Trisodium Phosphate Crystal

Product Description

Trisodium phosphate (TSP) is the inorganic compound with the chemical formula Na₃PO₄. It is a white, granular or crystalline solid, highly soluble in water producing an alkaline solution. TSPs are used as cleaning agent, lubricant, food additive, stain remover and degreaser.

Trisodium phosphate is produced by neutralization of phosphoric acid using sodium hydroxides, often with sodium carbonate.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the purpose of trisodium phosphate?

Ans - An industrial cleaning solution called trisodium phosphate (TSP) is used to clean interior and exterior walls before painting, as well as to remove mildew, lead, and grease. 

2. What is the chemical compound trisodium phosphate known by?

Ans - Commercial-grade sodium phosphate, which varies from anhydrous sodium phosphate, Na3PO4, to the dodecahydrate, Na3PO4 12H2O, is frequently slightly hydrated. It is also known as trisodium orthophosphate or just sodium phosphate and is most frequently encountered as a white powder. 

3. What is an alternative to trisodium phosphate?

Ans - Salt borate

Alternatives to Trisodium Phosphate

Borax, also referred to as sodium borate, is a naturally occurring mineral substance that can be used to clean many of the same surfaces that TSP has been used to clean for years, including places that have been discoloured by mould and mildew, without endangering neighbouring plants. 

4. What pH does trisodium phosphate have?

Ans - When combined with water, the white crystal of sodium phosphate (Na3PO4) transforms into an alkaline solution. TSP is non-toxic, affordable, and has a solution pH between 12 and 14. This relatively simple solution can be used to clean, sterilise, and saponify stains from a variety of surfaces.