Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Sodium Metaphosphate (CAS: 13708-85-5)?
Answer
Sodium metaphosphate (CAS: 13708-85-5) is widely used in the food industry as a leavening agent, a water softener, and a stabilizer. It is also used in pharmaceuticals for its buffering properties, in water treatment for pH control, and in leather processing to improve the quality of the finished product.
About
CAS No
13708-85-5
English Name
Sodium Metaphosphate
Molecular Formula
HNa2O3P
Molecular Weight
125.96 g/mol
SMILES
[O-]P(=O)[O-].[Na+].[Na+]
InChIKey
NCPXQVVMIXIKTN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-15 20:00
