Sodium Hexametaphosphate

Product Overview

Sequestering agent for preventing scale and corrosion in water systems.

Detailed Description

Sodium Hexametaphosphate (SHMP) supplier in Oman - Global Chemicals LLC provides food grade and technical grade SHMP for water softening, scale prevention, detergent formulation, and food processing in Muscat, Sohar, Salalah. Our SHMP chelates hardness ions, preventing scale in water systems. Sodium Hexametaphosphate (SHMP, Calgon, Graham's salt — (NaPO₃)₆) is an important water treatment and food-grade chemical with significant demand in Oman's municipal water distribution, food processing, and industrial sectors. In water distribution, SHMP is used to control corrosion and scale in iron and lead pipelines — forming a protective polyphosphate film on pipe walls that prevents lead dissolution and iron staining. In Oman's food processing industry, SHMP (E452i) acts as an emulsifier, water binder, and texture improver in processed meat (chicken nuggets, luncheon meat), seafood (frozen shrimp — an important Omani export), dairy products, and processed cheese. Global Chemicals LLC supplies SHMP in food grade (E452i) with food safety certification, and technical grade for water treatment and industrial applications. Available in 25kg bags. Supply across Oman; export to UAE, Saudi Arabia, and GCC.

Applications & Uses

Technical Specifications

P2O5 content

68% min

Appearance

White powder/granules

pH (1% solution)

5.8-7.3

Available in 25kg bags

Food grade and technical grade

Excellent chelating properties

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