Dicalcium Phosphate

Dicalcium Phosphate

AKA “CALCIUM HYDROGEN PHOSPHATE, Calcium phosphate dibasic, calcium hydrogenphosphate, Dibasic calcium phosphate, Calcium phosphate, dibasic, secondary Calcium phosphate, Biofos”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Dicalcium phosphate

AKA: CALCIUM HYDROGEN PHOSPHATE, Calcium phosphate dibasic, Calcium hydrogenphosphate, Dibasic calcium phosphate, Dibasic, Secondary Calcium phosphate, Biofos

Synthetic · Abrasive · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Clean

A gentle mineral powder that smooths texture, adds subtle coverage, and helps products feel creamy and opaque.

Effective at 24.65%

Solubility Sparingly soluble in water. Insoluble in ethanol

Formula

CaHO4P

Mol. Weight

136.06

CAS #

7757-93-9

Form

Powder

State

Dry Powder, Pellets or Large Crystals; Pellets or Large Crystals; Other Solid; Dry Powder

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Functions

Abrasive

Bulking

Opacifying

Oral Care

Physical Exfoliant

Adds Body & Volume

Adds Opacity

Antioxidant Protection

Reduces Inflammation

Brightens Skin

Gently polishes surface

Supports dental health

Adds volume

Creates creamy opacity

Traditional Use

Mineral salt used historically as a mild abrasive in tooth powders and dentifrices dating back to the 19th century. Later adopted in cosmetics as a bulking agent and anti-caking ingredient.