Metaphosphoric Acid Supplier in Malaysia
Metaphosphoric acid supplier for laboratories, formulators and chemical processors in Malaysia. This page covers metaphosphoric acid, the condensed phosphate acid with the repeating unit (HPO3)n, selected by grade and form.
Technical and reagent grades can be requested. The solid appears as colourless glassy sticks, pellets or powder, and prepared aqueous solutions are quoted for analytical work. The material is hygroscopic, so packing keeps it sealed and dry.
Laboratories use metaphosphoric acid as the classical stabiliser and precipitant in ascorbic acid assays. It also serves selected cosmetic formulations and appears in condensed phosphate chemistry and speciality synthesis.
Send the required grade, form, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation, and supply is subject to applicable requirements.
- CAS number
- 37267-86-0
- Formula
- (HPO3)n
- Grade
- technical grade, reagent grade
- Appearance
- colourless glassy solid, supplied as sticks, pellets or powder
Metaphosphoric Acid grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical-grade metaphosphoric acid | colourless glassy sticks, pellets or powder | — | Industrial formulations, phosphate chemistry and process work that specifies metaphosphoric acid at technical purity. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Reagent-grade metaphosphoric acid | glassy solid or prepared aqueous solution | — | Ascorbic acid stabiliser and precipitant in vitamin C assays and other analytical procedures. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy metaphosphoric acid from ChemTrade
Request a quote for metaphosphoric acid
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Identity | metaphosphoric acid, (HPO3)n, CAS 37267-86-0 | — |
| Appearance | colourless glassy solid | — |
| Solubility | soluble in water, gradually converting to orthophosphoric acid in solution | — |
| Character | hygroscopic condensed phosphate acid | — |
Metaphosphoric Acid applications
Safety and handling
Keep metaphosphoric acid sealed in a dry place away from moisture and alkaline materials, as the solid is hygroscopic and acidic. Supply is subject to applicable requirements.
Common questions about metaphosphoric acid
What is metaphosphoric acid used for?
Its best-known laboratory use is stabilising ascorbic acid during vitamin C assays. It also appears in selected cosmetic formulations and in condensed phosphate chemistry and speciality synthesis.
Is metaphosphoric acid the same as phosphoric acid?
No. Metaphosphoric acid is a condensed phosphate built from the repeating unit (HPO3)n, while phosphoric acid is the ortho acid H3PO4. Request each acid under its own name and specification.
Which form of metaphosphoric acid should I request?
The solid is traded as glassy sticks, pellets or powder, and prepared aqueous solutions suit analytical workflows. State the required form and grade so the quotation matches the application.
How should metaphosphoric acid be stored?
Keep the material sealed and dry, away from moisture and alkaline products, because it is hygroscopic and acidic. Handling information accompanies the quoted grade.
How is metaphosphoric acid priced for Malaysian buyers?
Price depends on technical or reagent grade, solid or prepared-solution form, quantity and delivery location. The quotation carries its own validity period.