Fosfato de calcio – Granulado / Grado para compresión directa

Tricalcium phosphate supplies both calcium and phosphorus in a ratio similar to bone mineral. It is widely used as a calcium source, anticaking agent and tableting excipient.

Supplied as a mineral salt / chelate for supplement, premix and fortification use; elemental mineral content is declared on the CoA.

GUTINS Calcium Phosphate — granulated / direct-compression grade is offered for manufacturers, formulators and brands. Specification: granulated / direct-compression grade; form / technology: Salt / chelate; diet suitability: Generally vegetarian.

Product Specifications

Key Benefits

• Contributes to maintenance of normal bones and teeth
• Provides calcium plus phosphorus
• Functions as anticaking and flow agent
• Neutral taste and white colour
• Good compressibility in tablets

Uses & Applications

Typical applications: Mineral supplementation, premix, tablets/capsules.

• Bone health tablets
• Fortified plant milks
• Protein powders (flow agent)
• Multimineral premixes
• Infant and clinical nutrition
• Salt and seasoning anticaking

How to Use / Dosage

• Typical daily intake: 250–1,000 mg/day elemental calcium (~38–39% Ca) with phosphorus
• Typical use level: 0.5–2% as flow agent; 10–60% in tablets; 0.1–2% in fortified foods
• Formulation tip: Calculate dosage on elemental mineral content (see CoA), not on total salt weight.
• Weigh accurately and pre-blend small quantities with a carrier (e.g. maltodextrin, MCC or rice flour) for uniform distribution.
• Final dosage should be based on the lot-specific Certificate of Analysis, the target serving size and the rules of your destination market.

Solubility & Formulation

Practically insoluble in water and ethanol; soluble in dilute mineral acids

Storage & Handling

Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place (below 25 °C) protected from moisture and light.. Keep container tightly closed; use clean, dry utensils. Shelf life is typically 24 months in unopened original packaging (see CoA).

Regulatory Note

Tricalcium phosphate is GRAS in the US (21 CFR 182.8217/182.1217), EU additive E341(iii) and a permitted mineral source in EU supplements. Verify limits in destination market.

Diet suitability: Generally vegetarian. This product is supplied as a raw ingredient for further manufacturing and is not a finished consumer product. The buyer is responsible for ensuring the ingredient, its use level and all label claims comply with the regulations of the destination market (e.g. FDA, EFSA, FSSAI, Health Canada, TGA).

Caution & Disclaimer

• Upper limit 2,500 mg/day calcium from all sources (US/EFSA for adults); excess may cause constipation or hypercalcaemia
• May reduce absorption of iron, zinc, thyroid hormone, bisphosphonates, tetracyclines and quinolones – separate dosing
• Consider total phosphorus intake in renal impairment
• Use caution in individuals with kidney stones or hyperparathyroidism; combine thoughtfully with vitamin D

For manufacturing, formulation and professional use only. Not for direct consumption in concentrated form. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with eyes; use suitable PPE when handling. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a medical condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Bulk & Wholesale Orders

Need more than 5 Kg, a custom specification, private label support or documentation (CoA, TDS, SDS, allergen and GMO statements)? Contact the GUTINS team for bulk pricing and lead times.