Hexametaphosphate

Organophilic Clay For Oil Drilling Mud

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Organoclay For Solvent Based Paint

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Organoclay For Water Based Paint

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Organo Bentonite For Grease

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Organoclay For Cosmetics

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Organoclay For Inks

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Wax Emulsion for Drilling Fluid

Wax emulsion can not only be used in drilling mud, but also widely used in the fields of coatings and inks, paper and packaging, and plastics.

In the textile and leather industries, it is used as a wear-resistant agent, lubricant, and matting agent, while the use of wax emulsion in leather can give it a better feel and can prevent stains and protect it.

It can be said that the application of wax emulsion is extremely wide.

In addition to the applications we mentioned above, it can also be applied to the ceramic industry, concrete maintenance and sealing industry, as well as adhesives, sealants, and cosmetics.

Wax Emulsion for Drilling Mud

Wax emulsion is used in drilling mud. The first role it plays is to protect the stability of the well wall, and to play a role in lubrication and reducing resistance. At the same time, it can effectively reduce its filtration loss and protect the reservoir.

The reduction of filtration loss is mainly because drilling fluid is more likely to lose drilling fluid, which affects the stability of the well body.

Therefore, we use wax emulsion to seal the gaps in the formation and form a more resilient membrane, so that the pressure membrane of the well wall is not easy to be broken.

ORGANOCLAY:

Our Five-Star Treatment Media

Your first choice for removing organic contaminants from water or sediment, the ORGANOCLAY product range provides formulations to meet almost any adsorption application.

Used and trusted worldwide, it’s proven to work efficiently and effectively.

A little goes a long way – and reduces costs

ORGANOCLAY’s substantial adsorption capacity not only reduces necessary cap thickness compared to a conventional sand cap but can also extend cap life—in some circumstances, for years—and reduce overall costs.

Because ORGANOCLAY can be used as a pre-treatment to Granular Activated Carbon (GAC), ORGANOCLAY can increase overall efficiency by preventing surface pores in GAC from blinding.

The ORGANOCLAY Product Range

Powerfully adsorbant ORGANOCLAY is available in multiple formulations to best mitigate water and sediment contamination in a variety of specific conditions:

ORGANOCLAY: Our coarsest grain media, ORGANOCLAY is a larger and denser version of ORGANOCLAY CP-200 to aid in settling through the water column. When used for sediment capping, ORGANOCLAY can be placed hydraulically or mechanically.

Applications:

Sediment Capping

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ORGANOCLAY : A proprietary granular filtration media that reliably adsorbs oils and similar organics from water. It is a brown and black mixture of 30% active ORGANOCLAY and 70% anthracite filter media, which allows for maximum utilization of the large sorption capacity of ORGANOCLAY without excessive pressure build-up in the column. When used as an in-series filtration media prior to an activated carbon vessel, ORGANOCLAY extends the life and adsorbency of the activated carbon by removing larger molecular organics before they reach it. It also lowers the overall operating cost relative to using activated carbon alone. ORGANOCLAY can also be used in standalone mode to treat oil-contaminated water and stream condensates.

Applications:

Groundwater Pump-and-Treat

Sediment Dewatering Treatment

Organoclay

ORGANOCLAY: In addition to adsorbing non-aqueous phase liquids and dissolved low-solubility organics, specially-formulated, sulfur-impregnated ORGANOCLAY sequesters mercury (Hg0, Hg+1 and Hg+2) and arsenic (As+5) from water. Ideal for groundwater pump-and-treat or sediment dewatering treatment, ORGANOCLAY can also be used in soil or sediment solidification/stabilization or as an additive to Portland Cement.

Applications:

Groundwater pump-and-treat

Sediment dewatering treatment

Solidification/stabilization

ORGANOCLAY CP-199: Our second finest grain media, ORGANOCLAY CP-199 features high adsorption capacity of oils, greases, and other NAPL. When used as an in-series filtration media prior to an activated carbon vessel, ORGANOCLAY CP-199 extends the life and adsorbency of the activated carbon by removing larger molecular organics that can cause fouling. ORGANOCLAY CP-199 also works as a standalone treatment media to treat oil-contaminated water and stream condensates.

Applications:

Organophilic Filtration Media

Bulk Sediment Capping

Solidification/Stabilization additive

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ORGANOCLAY CP-200: Our second coarsest grain media, ORGANOCLAY CP-200’s particle size aids in settling through the water column when placing a bulk active in-situ sediment cap. ORGANOCLAY CP-200 is also your best match for intermixing with coarse inert soil for use of a Permeable Reactive Barrier (PRB).

Applications:

Bulk Sediment Capping

Permeable Reactive Barrier (PRB)

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ORGANOCLAY 199: Our finest-grain media, ORGANOCLAY 199 features medium adsorption of oils, greases, and helps stabilize organics for increased solidification of treated soils and sediment. ORGANOCLAY 199 is for use in soil or sediment solidification/stabilization or as an additive to Portland Cement.

Applications:

In Situ Solidification

How it does it

The ORGANOCLAY product line is a range of proprietary adsorption media that is highly effective in removing oils, greases and other high molecular weight, low solubility organic compounds from aqueous streams. ORGANOCLAY products are specialty sorbents, altered to an organophilic state making them attractive to organic molecules.

Camp Shinning – Pioneer and leader in environmental remediation

Camp Shinning is the leader and pioneer in cutting-edge environmental remediation solutions. Around the globe, our innovative teams of clay mineralogists, chemists, and polymer scientists transform ordinary minerals into extraordinary technology to solve day-to-day problems worldwide.

Organoclay is an organically modified phyllosilicate, derived from a naturally occurring clay mineral. By exchanging the original interlayer cations for organocations (typically quaternary alkylammonium ions) an organophilic surface is generated, consisting of covalently linked organic moieties. The lamellar structure remains analogous to the parent phyllosilicate.

Separation of the layers due to ion exchange, from the initial interlayer spacing of as little as 3 Å in the case of Na+ cations to the distances in the range of 10–40 Å as well as the change of chemical character of the clay surface, allows the in-situ polymerization or mixing with certain polymers to obtain what is known as nanocomposite. When ordered aluminosilicate sheets are lying parallel to each other, separated with polymer chains of certain type, the system is classified as intercalated nanocomposite. If separation of the layers is so significant, that they are no longer lying opposite to one another, but randomly ordered, then one get the exfoliated nanocomposite.

Applications

Owing to its large surface area together with hydrophobic chains emerging from the clay surface, organoclay can be used to remove oil from water. It is also applied as a component in paint formulations or as a viscosifier for oil-based drilling fluids.

It can be used in polymer chemistry as a nucleating agent.

What is Organoclay?

How Organoclay is Used and the Benefits

Organoclay is a naturally occurring material that is commonly used in water treatment. Organoclays are well known for their high removal rate of oils and other hydrophobic compounds in water. The media is a naturally occurring mineral (commonly zeolite, bentonite clay, or a smectite mineral) which is chemically alternated to create a unique surface on the mineral. Camp Shinning’s organoclay is a zeolite based organoclay which has does not swell upon exposure to water.

How does Organoclay Work?

Camp Shinning alters zeolite with a surfactant bilayer that enhances the media’s ability to remove pollutants. The surfactant bilayer is created when a quaternary amine or surfactants is added to the mineral to modify the surface commonly referred to as surface-modified-zeolites (SMZ). By modifying the surface, we create a strong affinity with either cations (positively charged ions, i.e. dissolved metals) or anions (negatively charged ions, i.e. phosphate, nitrate). The bilayer that contains hydrophobic chains will capture non-polar organics such as benzene.

Illustration of How Organoclay Works

How is Organoclay Used?

Organoclays are used in various industries including remediation, water treatment, soil treatment, in polymer chemistry, in paints as a thickening agent, grease, inks, oil drilling fluids, rheological products, cosmetics, and many more commercial and industrial applications.

What are the Benefits of Using Organoclay?

Versatile installation — Load the media in standalone units, post-treatment, or pre-treatment units. To learn more about these systems on our Water Filtration Systems Page.

Cost Savings — Organoclay is an economical alternative to other treatment technologies such as resins or Granular Activated Carbon (GAC).

Increase Efficiency — Organoclays will decrease the loading on other treatment systems and increase the life of capital equipment.

Storage — Organoclays have a long shelf life and require dry ambient environments.

Handling — Organoclays are safe and easy to use.

How is Organoclay Used in Water Treatment?

CP-200 Liquid Phase, Pure Organoclay

Organoclays are used in industrial and commercial water treatment such as:

Condensate Treatment Systems: Condensate treatment is part of every power plant, refinery, chemical manufacturer, and any facility that uses stream. Typically, the condensate is recycled back into the boiler feed water where it is routed through boiler tubes for continued boiler use.

Recycling condensate is a common practice which decreases the amount of water disposal but can be costly if not designed correctly. By not treating the condensate that goes back into your boiler feed water you are introducing high concentrations of pollutants that came off leaking pumps, valves, and piping to your boiler tubes. When these pollutants (hydrocarbons and minerals) are introduced to the boiler tubes they will deposit on the surface which will reduce the heat transfer and overall reducing the boiler efficiency.

Camp Shinning’s works with condensate treatment manufacturers and users on providing a specialty blend of filter material for treating the pollutants that are commonly found in condensate. The condensate treatment blend of filter media uses organoclay and activated carbon to trap the contaminates in its’ pore structure.

Process Water Reuse Systems: Leaking pipes, valves, vessels, or inefficient processes can leave process water tainted with low concentrations of pollutants. These pollutants over time can lead to hazardous water that needs to be hauled off site for treatment. A common use of organoclay is to treat process water onsite in a vessel to reuse the water instead of discharge it or accumulate it and haul it off-site as hazardous waste. Tainted water can lead to downtime of capital equipment and hefty bills for hazardous waste disposal. Examples of process water treatment systems might include the wash water that is used in a metal plating facility, or batch water that has low concentrations of acrylic paint thinner. Simply installing a vessel of organoclay in a process water loop can significantly reduce planned and unplanned downtime.

Organoclays are used in remediation projects such as:

Groundwater Treatment: Pump-and-Treat Systems are typically implemented when groundwater is contaminated. For pump-and-treat systems, the water is typically pumped out of the ground into a large vessel. The large vessel or series of vessels is filled with a filter media (i.e. granular activated carbon, organoclay, resin) that removes any pollutants of concern such as heavy metals or oil. The water is then put back into the ground. Pump-and-treat are cost-effective designs for treating water if you select the most appropriate filter media to target your pollutants.

Sediment Capping: Capping, also known as permeable reactive barrier , is an in-situ remediation technology that typically follows dredging operations. Organoclay is used in sediment capping due to its’ ability to isolate contaminated sediment from a surrounding aquafer or aquatic system. It is a cost-effective material for capping as it has strong affinity for removing high molecular weight polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), and heavy metals.

Stormwater Treatment: Organoclay is used to improve water quality in stormwater runoff. Typically, pollutants found in stormwater are monitored by state regulators to ensure we have clean lakes, rivers, oceans and wetlands

Learn more about how Organoclay is used in water treatment.

Rheological Additive for Solvent Base System

CP-200 is an organic derivative of bentonite clay act as Rheological additive in low to high polarity systems. Such as Ketones, Glycol, Alcohol, Esters and Ethers, includes Polar System with some Aromatic Solvents.

Properties & Markets

Paints & Coatings : A small addition of ORGANOCLAY can greatly enhance the rheological properties of the paint system. These properties prevent pigment settling and sagging on vertical surface to ensure the proper thickness of the coating is applied. They also ensure good leveling for the removal of brush marks.

Storage stability is guaranteed even with high temperatures. ORGANOCLAY confer water resistance and structure reinforcement with no adverse effect on adhesion and solvent relese. Gloss is minimally affected due to the low levels of addition. ALL ORGANOCLAY are used widely in a vast range of solvent based paint systems

Architectural Paints : Undercoats, Primers, Semi-Gloss, Gloss and Wood Stains

Industrial Coatings : Air Drying, Stoving Enamels, Epoxies, Esters, Urethanes, Vinyls, Acrylics, Anti-Corrosive, Automotive, Bitumionous, Coil, Road Marking, Underbody Car Coatings, Nitro Cellulose and Chlorinated Rubber.

Printing Inks : With the correct ORGANOCLAY, is possible to adjust the consistency of printing inks to the desired values, avoiding pigment sedimentation, providing good color distribution obtaining desired film thickness, reduction in misting, control of track, water pick up and dot gain control. ORGANOCLAY are used in much letterpress, lithographic and offset ink.

Lubricating Greases : Thickening lubricating oils with ORGANOCLAY can produce specialty high temperature resistant lubricating greases. ORGANOCLAY also gives good working stability and water resistance to the greases. Such greases are typically used for lubrication in foundries, mills and on high speed conveyors. Other greases can be manufactured for other industries such as agriculture, aviation, automotive and mining.

Cosmetics : The performance of cosmetics is enhanced by the use of ORGANOCLAY and they allow good colour retention and coverage for nail lacquers, lipsticks and eye shadows. They have been tested to be non-irritant for both skin and eye contact.

Food Contact Applications : ORGANOCLAY are used as thixotropic agents in coatings that come into contact with food. They are also used as fillers in plastic food containers. They are acceptable under current EEC legislation on food contact additives.

Drilling Fluids : ORGANOCLAY are used extensively in drilling fluids throughout the world. They are used to suspend the heavy sealing agents, normally barytes and carry the cuttings back to the surface. They also play an important part in lubricating the drill. ORGANOCLAY can also be used as fracfluids, where the gelling ability of them is used to seal rock fractures in the bore hole.

Nanofiller for Plastic : Highly purified organoclays because of their particle size and chemical structure have the unique ability to be able to function in a wide range of monomers and polymers. The resulting properties of polymers, compounded with these unique organoclays include :

Increased Modular Strength without Sacrificing Impact Resistance
Improved Gas Barrier Properties
Increased Solvent and Heat Resistance
Improved Fire Retarding Properties

The combination of these improved properties, convenient processing and relative low costs, makes nano composites a tremendous commercial opportunity as they are superior alternatives to the current fillers used in polymer systems.

Hectorite and Bentonite based organoclay grades

Optimum activation of organoclays by ideal organoclay for highest effectivity

Correct activation for highest efficiency

❖ Optimum shear applied for proper delamination

❖ Correct use of polar activator for conventional grades

❖ Right order of addition for best processing result

organoclays can be optimized by improved process parameters including a review of the process temperature.

However, temperature control during organoclay dispersion in solvent based systems is not as important as with e.g.

organic thixotropes.

Various methods used in manufacturing formulations and procedures sometimes suffer in efficiency when order of addition and mixing conditions are less than optimum.Further, the effects of solvent resin temperature on process development and final results will be discussed.

organoclay materials are based on either

bentonite or Hectorite, both minerals from the smectite group. They consist of microfine platelet stacks that, due to their mineralogical structure, expand in water in their natural form. In order to make them compatible with non-aqueous media such as organic solvents, however, it is necessary to modify the surface of their silicate plates with quaternary ammonium compounds.

The choice of this modification and processing conditions also plays an important role in the practical applicability and performance capabilities of the finished end systems. The resulting organoclay will be dried and milled to achieve a powdered material.

To be most rheologically effective, the size of the individual platelets and the total combined edge length following their successful activation is decisive.

the Hectorite platelets are significantly smaller than the bentonite ones, the resulting edge length per gram of silicate in the Hectorite is much larger.

This makes Hectorite additives able to build up a much denser and more rheologically effective network. In order to be activated, organoclays must first be exposed to high shear forces over a defined swelling period.

What is organophilic clay?

Organophilic clay is a type of clay that has been chemically modified to be compatible with organic solvents and non-aqueous systems. It’s a viscosifier and gelling agent used in various applications, including drilling fluids, paints, and cosmetics.

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Clay minerals whose surfaces have been coated with a chemical to make them oil-dispersible. Bentonite and hectorite (plate-like clays) and attapulgite and sepiolite (rod-shaped clays) are treated with oil-wetting agents during manufacturing and are used as oil-mud additives. Quaternary fatty-acid amine is applied to the clay. Amine may be applied to dry clay during grinding or it can be applied to clay dispersed in water. The latter process is much more expensive, requiring filtering, drying and other manufacturing steps. Organophilic bentonite and hectorite, “bentones,” are used in oil muds to build rheology for cuttings lifting and solids suspension. They also contribute to low-permeability filter cake. Organophilic attapulgite and sepiolite are used in oil muds strictly to build gel structure, which may not be long lasting due to shear degradation as the mud is pumped through the bit.

CP-2 organophilic clay is a viscosifier and gelling agent used in VERSA oil-based and NOVA synthetic-based systems. This amine-treated bentonite is used to increase carrying capacity and suspension properties, providing support for weighting agents and improved cuttings removal. CP-2 viscosifier also aids in filtercake formation and filtration control.

Applications

CP-2 viscosifier is proven effective in drilling, coring, workover and completion fluids. The product is also effective in specialty applications such as casing packs, packer fluids and spotting fluids. Good agitation and sufficient shear are required to develop viscosity when using CP-2 viscosifier to build fresh mud.

Typical concentrations range from 2 to 10 lbm/bbl [5.7 to 28.5 kg/m3] for most drilling fluid applications, depending on the base fluid and system requirements. Mineral oils generally require higher concentrations than diesel oils. CP-2 viscosifier will not fully yield by the shear and temperature exposure in a mixing plant or mud pit. Care should be taken not to overtreat with CP-2 viscosifier until the fluid has actually circulated through the well. For system maintenance, CP-2 viscosifier should be added as needed to maintain the flow properties and gel strengths in the desired ranges. Specialty applications such as packer fluids and casing packs typically use concentrations in the 10 to 15 lbm/ bbl [28.5 to 43 kg/m3] range.

Advantages

Provides gel structure and viscosity for the suspension of weight materials

Increases viscosity for improved hole-cleaning capacity

Improves filter-cake quality and filtration characteristics

Effective gelling agent in casing packs and packer fluids

Toxicity and handling

Bioassay information is available upon request. Handle as an industrial chemical, wearing protective equipment and observing the precautions described in the safety data sheet.

Packaging and storage

CP-2 viscosifier is packaged in 50-lb [22.7-kg] multiwall paper sacks. Store in a dry, well-ventilated area. Keep container closed. Store away from incompatibles. Follow safe warehousing practices regarding palletizing, banding, shrink-wrapping, and stacking.

So far I’ve had no luck finding organophilic clays like CP series in China apart from one drilling company that wanted upwards of $200 for a 25Kg bag of oil drilling product. I did a trawl of online patents to see how hard the stuff is to make.

Both these chemicals are used in fabric softeners and are available as industrial chemicals. Buying the bentonite and the surfactants above might be a bit more common compared to bentone in countries that don’t drill for oil much.

Is it going to be easy to buy these industrial surfactants than Bentone?, probably is if you can find an industrial chemical supplier who’ll sell you less than a 200 litre drum.

Organophilic Clay

Organophilic clay is a wet process improved viscosifier and gelling additive, derived from a naturally occurring clay mineral.

Feature

Organophilic clay has good performance efficiency in diesel, mineral oil and synthetic Oil; It can effectively suspends weighting materials and other solids, maintains suspension over a wide temperature range.

Application

Organophilic clay is a self-activating gallant offering rapid yield development, high gel strengths, and increased efficiency.

Hexametaphosphate

What is Sodium Hexametaphosphate?

Sodium Hexametaphosphate is an inorganic polyphosphate salt holds multifaceted applications, serving as both a corrosion inhibitor and an emulsifying agent. Hexametaphosphate is utilized as a dry powder dispersion agent, effectively preventing the cohesion of clay platelets and promoting improved soil consistency.

Hexametaphosphate functions as a crucial dispersing agent in the realm of paint production. When introduced, it has the capacity to absorb water, leading to an increase in viscosity. Within the paint and coating industry, the employment of sodium hex contributes to effective dispersion of components, including resins, oils, and emulsions. Consequently, this compound plays an essential role in optimizing the formulation and quality of various coatings.

Physical Properties of Sodium Hexametaphosphate

This inorganic polyphosphate salt is characterized by its white crystalline appearance, devoid of any noticeable odor. The compound’s refractive index, a measure of how light is bent when passing through it, is recorded at 1.482. Sodium Hexametaphosphate showcases a pH value of 8.6, indicating its slightly alkaline nature.

It possesses a high solubility in water, which means that it can readily dissolve when mixed with water, forming a homogeneous solution. Hexametaphosphate stands in contrast to its behavior in organic solvents, where it is classified as insoluble. The solubility of Sodium SHMP in water plays a pivotal role in its application as a dispersion agent, as previously discussed.

Chemical Information of Sodium Hexametaphosphate

Hexametaphosphate has the chemical formula (NaPO3)6. It is a compound that falls within the category of sodium polyphosphates. The formula itself signifies that this compound consists of a gathering of sodium polyphosphate polymers, with each molecule composed of repeating units of NaPO3. These repeating units contribute to the overall structure and properties of the compound.

At its core, Sodium Hexametaphosphate is a water-soluble polyphosphate glass. This description highlights its unique chemical behavior when it interacts with water. Polyphosphate glass alludes to the compound’s amorphous, glass-like nature, characterized by the arrangement of polyphosphate chains. These chains are composed of interconnected phosphate groups linked together through oxygen atoms, forming a complex structure.

What is Hexametaphosphate Made Of?

Hexametaphosphate is a compound that is created through a distinct manufacturing process involving specific raw materials. The primary components required for its production are soda ash and food-grade phosphoric acid.

Soda ash is chemically known as sodium carbonate. It serves as one of the key starting materials in the production of sodium hexametaphosphate. This compound provides the sodium component essential for the formation of sodium polyphosphate polymers. The inclusion of soda ash in the manufacturing process ensures the presence of sodium ions in the final hexametaphosphate product.

Food-grade phosphoric acid, which is derived from phosphate rock, serves as another critical component. Phosphoric acid is carefully processed to meet food-grade standards, ensuring its suitability for various applications in the food and related industries. The phosphoric acid contributes the phosphate groups necessary for the formation of polyphosphate chains within the hexametaphosphate structure.

The production process of hex involves a thermal method. In this process, soda ash and food-grade phosphoric acid are subjected to controlled heating and chemical reactions. These reactions lead to the creation of the intricate sodium polyphosphate polymers that constitute hexametaphosphate. The controlled conditions during the thermal process are essential to achieve the desired chain lengths and the overall structure of the compound.

What is the Effect of Sodium Hexametaphosphate?

One notable attribute of SHMP is its negative charge. This negative charge plays a pivotal role in its interaction with enamel surfaces within the oral cavity. When introduced into the oral environment, SHMP molecules with their negative charges are drawn to the positively charged sites on the enamel surfaces. This phenomenon enables SHMP to effectively adhere to the enamel, forming a protective layer. That’s why sodium hexametaphosphate in toothpaste manufacturing.

By serving as an effective dispersing agent, SHMPenhances the quality, performance, and durability of paint products. It aids in breaking down the agglomerates or clusters of pigment particles, allowing them to be evenly distributed throughout the paint matrix. This uniform dispersion of pigments contributes to achieving consistent color, better coverage, and improved overall aesthetics of the painted surface. Its ability to promote uniform pigment dispersion not only enhances the visual appeal of the paint but also strengthens its protective attributes.

Uses of Sodium Hexametaphosphate

Sodium Hexametaphosphate’s role as a preservative extends to various applications. Here are just few of the applications, products and formulation which uses hexametaphosphate.

What is the Purpose of Sodium Hexametaphosphate in Food?

One of the prominent functions of Sodium Hexametaphosphate in the food industry is its role in texture enhancement. When introduced to food formulations, this compound can influence the texture of the final product.

Emulsification is another vital application of Sodium Hexametaphosphate in food production. Emulsification involves the stabilization of two immiscible substances, such as oil and water, in a homogenous mixture. Hexametaphosphate facilitates the formation and stabilization of emulsions, leading to the creation of products with a uniform and consistent appearance. Salad dressings, sauces, and certain processed foods often benefit from this emulsification process.

Sodium Hexametaphosphate serves as a thickening agent in various food products. This property is particularly valuable in achieving the desired viscosity and consistency in foods like soups, gravies, and sauces.

What is The Use of Sodium Hexametaphosphate in Concrete?

Hexametaphosphate serves a specialized role in the field of concrete as a superplasticizer, particularly in the context of calcium aluminate cement composite castables. Superplasticizers are additives that are employed to enhance the flowability and workability of concrete mixtures while maintaining their desired mechanical properties after setting.

As a set retarder, Sodium Hexametaphosphate delays the initial setting time of concrete. During hydration, the cementitious compounds in concrete start to solidify, which can lead to a decrease in workability and hinder the pouring, placing, and finishing processes, especially in scenarios where extended working times are required. By introducing SHMP into the mix, the rate of hydration is slowed down, allowing for more manageable handling and placement of the concrete mixture.

Why Add Hexametaphosphate in Paint?

The paint manufacturing process involves blending various components, including pigments, resins, solvents, and additives, to create a homogenous and consistent paint formulation. Pigments, which provide color, opacity, and various properties to the paint, often exist in the form of particles. These particles tend to agglomerate or clump together.

The introduction of SHMP into the paint formulation disrupts these agglomerates and effectively disperses the pigment particles. This dispersion process involves the binding of the dispersing agent molecules to the pigment surfaces. The negative charges present in SHMP interact with the positive charges on the pigment particles, causing them to repel each other. This electrostatic repulsion prevents the particles from aggregating, allowing them to remain evenly distributed throughout the paint medium.

Is Sodium Hexametaphosphate a Preservative?

The answer is yes. SHMP functions as a versatile food additive under the designation E452i, as recognized by international food regulatory authorities. Sodium Hex is sometimes utilized as a preservative in children’s drinks. It prevents spoilage, microbial growth, and deterioration of food and beverages over time.

SHMP has numerous other applications in the food industry. As mentioned earlier, it operates as a food additive labeled E452i. This multifunctional additive contributes to aspects such as texture enhancement, emulsification, and thickening in various food products, improving their overall quality and consumer experience.

Is Sodium Hexametaphosphate covalent or ionic?

Hexametaphosphate is classified as an ionic compound due to the nature of its chemical bonding. Ionic compounds are formed through the transfer of electrons between atoms, resulting in the creation of charged species known as ions.

The sodium ion donates an electron to the phosphate ion, resulting in the formation of an ionic bond. This electron transfer leads to the creation of charged species: the sodium ion becomes positively charged, having lost an electron, and the phosphate ion becomes negatively charged, having gained an electron.

This ionic bonding occurs not only between sodium ions and phosphate ions but also among multiple phosphate ions, forming the SHMP polyphosphate chain. The compound’s overall ionic nature is a result of these interactions between positively and negatively charged ions.

Is Sodium Hexametaphosphate Safe to Consume?

The Food and Drug Administration or FDA is responsible for evaluating the safety of food additives, including hexametaphosphate. The FDA has categorized this ingredient as generally considered it safe for consumption when used within specified limits and under intended conditions.

However, it’s important to note that even though SHMP is generally considered safe, there are recommendations and cautions to be aware of. Excessive consumption of any food additive, including SHMP, should be avoided. Consuming high amounts of SHMP could potentially lead to adverse effects, which may include gastrointestinal discomfort, laxative effects, or interference with mineral absorption. sodium hexametaphosphate manufacturer,you can feel free to look for from China.

This chemical additive, which is widely used in paint coatings, will better help you pursue the performance of the entire formula, making the entire system have good stability.

SHMP,sodium Polymetaphosphate,it successfully achieved the emulsification effect in food and oil field paint coatings, and increased the consistency. It can be used in paint coating based systems together with organoclay bentonite.