Description

Myo-Inositol, Hexakis(Dihydrogen Phosphate), Heptasodium Salt is a highly water-soluble derivative of inositol phosphate, commonly known as phytic acid heptasodium salt. This compound serves as a critical source of bioavailable inositol and phosphate, making it valuable in applications requiring chelation and mineral delivery. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the food & beverage, nutraceutical, and industrial sectors for its functional properties.

Application

• Food & Beverage Additive: Used as a chelating agent, antioxidant, and mineral stabilizer in beverages and processed foods.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Serves as a source of inositol and phosphorus in vitamin and mineral supplement formulations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized pharmaceutical compounds requiring inositol phosphate chemistry.
• Industrial Water Treatment: Acts as a scale and corrosion inhibitor in cooling and boiler water systems.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Used in metal cleaning and finishing processes for its chelating and descaling properties.
• Laboratory Research: Utilized as a biochemical reagent in cell culture media and metabolic pathway studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Myo-Inositol, Hexakis(Dihydrogen Phosphate), Heptasodium Salt
CAS No.	34367-88-9
Molecular Formula	C6H7Na7O24P6
Molecular Weight	923.78 g/mol
Synonyms	Phytic Acid Heptasodium Salt; Inositol Hexaphosphate Heptasodium Salt; Sodium Phytate; IP6 Heptasodium Salt; Myo-Inositol Hexakisphosphate Heptasodium Salt; Heptasodium Inositol Hexaphosphate; NSC 134454; EINECS 251-973-1
EINECS	251-973-1

Quality Control

Our Myo-Inositol, Hexakis(Dihydrogen Phosphate), Heptasodium Salt is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request. We can supply grades suitable for food, nutraceutical, and industrial applications, with compliance to relevant standards such as FCC and USP where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	55.0 - 65.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.