Monocalcium Phosphate (MCP) is a high-purity acidic calcium phosphate additive, available in anhydrous and monohydrate forms. It features good solubility in dilute acids, stable chemical properties, and wide compatibility with feed and food ingredients.

Its primary function is calcium and phosphorus fortification. MCP supplies highly bioavailable calcium and phosphorus, which are essential minerals for bone development, teeth formation and metabolic processes. It is widely used in compound feed to balance the dietary calcium-phosphorus ratio, improve growth performance and reduce nutritional deficiency.

In food-grade applications, MCP acts as an acidic leavening agent. It reacts with bicarbonate during baking to release carbon dioxide, creating a fluffy and uniform texture in cakes, biscuits and ready-to-use baking mixes. It also serves as a mild pH regulator in food formulations.

Anhydrous MCP and monohydrate MCP deliver the same functional performance. The main difference is crystal water content. Anhydrous MCP has no crystal water and is suitable for formulations with strict moisture control. Monohydrate MCP is more commonly used in conventional feed and food production.

MCP is widely applied in animal feed, bakery products, baking mixes and nutrient-fortified food.

Character

Monocalcium Phosphate is supplied as a white crystalline powder or granules in both anhydrous and monohydrate forms. It is odorless, stable under normal storage conditions, and slightly soluble in water but readily soluble in dilute acids.

MCP has high bioavailability of calcium and phosphorus, which makes it an effective mineral source in feed nutrition. Its acidic nature also enables it to function as a leavening acid in bakery systems. The product is compatible with most feed raw materials and food ingredients, with low heavy metal and impurity content meeting international safety specifications.

Main Functions

Calcium & Phosphorus Fortifier (Core Function) Supply bioavailable calcium and phosphorus to animal feed, balance dietary calcium-phosphorus ratio, support bone development, teeth formation and growth performance of livestock, poultry and aquaculture animals.

Leavening Agent Act as an acidic leavening component in bakery formulations. It reacts with bicarbonate to release carbon dioxide during baking, creating fluffy texture and uniform volume in cakes, biscuits and baking mixes.

pH Regulator Provide mild acidity to adjust and stabilize the pH of food and feed systems.

Applications

1Animal Feed (Core Application) Added to compound feed for pigs, poultry, cattle and aquaculture to supplement calcium and phosphorus, prevent nutritional deficiency, improve feed utilization and promote healthy bone development.

2Bakery Products & Baking Mixes Used as an acidic leavening agent in cakes, biscuits, bread and ready-to-use baking powder mixes, reacting with sodium bicarbonate to produce carbon dioxide and achieve light, fluffy texture.

3Nutrient-Fortified Food Serve as a calcium and phosphorus fortifier in fortified food, beverages and dietary supplement products.

4Other Industrial Uses Applied in certain industrial and technical formulations requiring acidic calcium phosphate.

Packaging & Storage

Packaging: 25kg kraft paper bag with inner PE liner, 1000kg jumbo bag. Both anhydrous MCP and monohydrate MCP support customized packaging.

Storage: Store in cool, dry, ventilated warehouse, keep bags sealed to avoid moisture absorption and contamination.

Shelf Life: 24 months under proper storage conditions.