• Sequestration: STPP can bind to metal ions, such as calcium, magnesium, iron, or copper, and prevent them from forming insoluble deposits or interfering with other substances. This can improve the water quality, prevent scaling or corrosion, and enhance the performance of detergents, cleaners, or water treatments.
• Dispersion: STPP can disperse solid particles, such as dirt, clay, or pigments, and prevent them from agglomerating or settling. This can improve the cleaning efficiency, prevent clogging or staining, and enhance the appearance of paints, coatings, or ceramics.
• Emulsification: STPP can stabilize emulsions, which are mixtures of two immiscible liquids, such as oil and water. This can prevent the separation or coalescence of the liquids and improve the texture, stability, and shelf life of food products, cosmetics, or pharmaceuticals.
• Chelation: STPP can chelate or form complexes with metal ions, such as iron, zinc, or copper, and enhance their bioavailability or activity. This can improve the nutritional value, color retention, or flavor enhancement of food products or animal feeds.

Uses of Sodium Tripolyphosphate

• Detergent industry: STPP is used as a builder or additive in many detergent products, such as laundry detergents, dishwashing detergents, or industrial cleaners. It can increase the cleaning power, prevent redeposition of dirt or stains, soften hard water, and protect fabrics or surfaces from damage.
• Food industry: STPP is used as a food additive to improve the quality, safety, and shelf life of various food products, such as seafood, meat, poultry.