Sodium Hexametaphosphate (SHMP) is a white, odorless, water-soluble inorganic compound belonging to the family of polyphosphates. Its chemical formula is typically written as (NaPO₃)₆. SHMP is produced by melting monosodium phosphate and allowing it to rapidly cool, creating a long-chain polyphosphate structure. This structure gives the compound excellent dispersing, sequestering, and water-softening abilities, making it widely used across scientific, industrial, and laboratory settings.
Sodium hexametaphosphate is available in granular or powder form and dissolves readily in water, creating a stable solution that prevents the precipitation of metal ions. Because of its high sequestration capacity, it is often used to stabilize suspensions, improve flowability, and reduce the agglomeration of fine particles.
| Model | 3229020 |
| Description | Sodium hexametaphosphate |
| Capacity | 1kg Bottle |
| Application | For the soil sedimentation test |
Sodium hexametaphosphate is commonly used as a deflocculant in soil testing laboratories. In procedures such as:
Hydrometer analysis,
Particle size distribution, and
Sedimentation tests,
SHMP helps disperse clay particles by breaking down aggregated soil clusters. This ensures an accurate measurement of the particle-size spectrum, which is critical for classifying fine-grained soils.
In municipal and industrial water treatment, SHMP is used to:
Prevent scale formation in pipes and equipment
Control metal ion concentration
Stabilize water hardness
Reduce corrosion in distribution systems
Its sequestration ability ensures the long-term stability of water chemistry in treatment plants and pipelines.
SHMP enhances cleaning efficiency by:
Softening water
Preventing the redeposition of dirt
Improving detergent performance in both industrial and household cleaners
It’s commonly used in formulations for dishwashing detergents, laundry powders, and industrial degreasers.
In the food industry, sodium hexametaphosphate acts as:
An emulsifier
A thickener
A sequestrant
A moisture-retention agent
It is often used in meat processing, dairy products, seafood, and canned foods to maintain texture, improve stability, and prevent mineral interactions.
Sodium hexametaphosphate functions as a dispersant for:
Ceramic slips
Clay suspensions
Pigment dispersions
It improves viscosity control, prevents particle clumping, and enhances the uniformity of finished products.
In drilling fluids, SHMP is used to:
Reduce mud viscosity
Improve fluidity
Disperse solids
Prevent coagulation of clay particles
Its dispersing action contributes to smoother drilling operations and better control of borehole conditions.
Sodium hexametaphosphate is utilized to:
Soften water during processing
Improve dye penetration
Prevent metal ion interference in bleaching and dyeing
Enhance paper coating and sizing operations
| Discription | Sodium hexametaphosphate |
|---|---|
| Model | 3229020 |
| Capacity | 1kg Bottle |
| Application | For the soil sedimentation test |
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