Is this Phytic Acid (CAS 83-86-3) supplied as a pure solid or an aqueous solution?

While the CAS refers to the chemical substance itself, industrial supply is typically provided as a 50% aqueous solution to ensure stability and ease of handling in liquid formulations.

What is the primary mechanism of Phytic Acid in industrial water treatment?

It acts as a corrosion inhibitor and scale control agent by forming stable complexes with metal ions, thereby preventing precipitation and oxidative attack on metal surfaces.

Phytic Acid CAS 83-86-3

Phytic Acid (CAS 83-86-3) is a naturally occurring organic phosphorus compound and cyclic acid primarily utilized as a highly effective metal chelating agent and antioxidant stabilizer in food preservation, industrial coatings, and cosmetic manufacturing. This Inositol hexaphosphate compound functions as a potent sequestrant for multivalent cations such as iron and calcium, effectively inhibiting oxidative degradation and corrosion in Myo-inositol hexakisphosphate based systems ranging from electronics cleaning solutions to water treatment formulations. To support industrial-scale requirements, we provide bulk supply with competitive factory pricing and ensure rigorous quality control through customized specifications alongside standard technical documentation, including MSDS, TDS, COA.

CAS: 83-86-3
Synonyms: Inositol hexaphosphate, IP6, Myo-inositol hexakisphosphate, Inositol hexakisphosphate, Phytate
Einecs: 201-506-6
Molecular Formula: C6H18O24P6
Grade: Industrial grade 99%
Package: 200kg iron drum or 50kg plastic drum packing

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Phytic acid, also known as inositol hexaphosphate, cyclohexexexanol hexaphosphate, molecular formula C6H18O24P6, is an organophosphorus compound extracted from plant seeds.

chemical formula：C6H18O24P6

molecular weight：660.04

CAS login number：83-86-3

EINECS login number：201-506-6

Boiling point：105 ℃

water solubility：Soluble

Density：2.42 g/cm³

Appearance：Colorless to yellowish liquid

Flash point：673.9 ℃

Security description：S26； S36； S37/39

Danger symbol：Xi

Applications:

As a chelating agent, antioxidant, preservative, water softener, fermentation accelerator, metal corrosion inhibitor, etc., phytic acid is widely used in food, medicine, paint and coating, daily chemical, metal processing, textile industry, plastic industry and polymer industry and other industries.

The food industry is used for the preservation and color protection of fruits, vegetables and aquatic products, and is also used as a metal rust and corrosion inhibitor.

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It should be sealed and stored in a cool, dry place. Storage and transportation in accordance with general chemical regulations.

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Q:
Is this Phytic Acid (CAS 83-86-3) supplied as a pure solid or an aqueous solution?

A: While the CAS refers to the chemical substance itself, industrial supply is typically provided as a 50% aqueous solution to ensure stability and ease of handling in liquid formulations.
Q:
What is the primary mechanism of Phytic Acid in industrial water treatment?

A: It acts as a corrosion inhibitor and scale control agent by forming stable complexes with metal ions, thereby preventing precipitation and oxidative attack on metal surfaces.

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