Application of sodium hexametaphosphate in different industries
Application of sodium hexametaphosphate in different industries
Sodium hexametaphosphate is widely used in many industries. Here are some major industries and their usage:
1. Food industry:
In meat products, fish sausages, ham and other foods, sodium hexametaphosphate can improve their water retention and binding properties, help prevent fat oxidation, and thus improve the taste and preservation of food.
For condiments such as soybean paste and soy sauce, it can prevent discoloration, increase viscosity, shorten the fermentation period, and adjust the taste.
In fruit drinks and refreshing drinks, sodium hexametaphosphate can increase the juice yield, increase viscosity, and inhibit the decomposition of vitamin C, which helps to maintain the freshness and taste of the beverage.
In ice cream, it can improve the expansion capacity, increase the volume, enhance the emulsification effect, and prevent the paste from being damaged, thereby improving the taste and color.
In addition, sodium hexametaphosphate is also used in dairy products and beverages to prevent gel precipitation, and in beer to clarify the wine and prevent turbidity.
2. Industrial field: Sodium hexametaphosphate can be used as a water stabilizer to prevent the formation of scale and reduce the corrosion of metal equipment. It is often used in cooling water systems, boiler water systems and industrial circulating water systems. As a scale inhibitor, it is widely used in water treatment industries such as EDI (resin electrodialysis), RO (reverse osmosis), and NF (nanofiltration). In the textile industry, sodium hexametaphosphate can be used as a dyeing auxiliary. In the fields of electronics, anti-system materials, polymerization, genetic engineering, biotechnology, etc., sodium hexametaphosphate can also be used as an industrial additive with multiple functions such as lubrication, softening, catalysis, sterilization, antistatic, plasticization, defoaming, deodorization, thickening, decondensation, rust prevention, waterproofing, oil prevention, and anti-caking. 3. Agricultural field: Sodium hexametaphosphate can be used as a slow-release fertilizer in fertilizer production to provide a continuous supply of nutrients for crops. It should be noted that although sodium hexametaphosphate has a variety of applications, the specific usage and dosage in different industries may vary. When using, it is recommended to follow relevant regulations and standards. At the same time, for important areas involving food safety and industrial production, it is recommended to use sodium hexametaphosphate under the guidance of professionals.
