Formula K5P3O10, MW 448.35, CAS 13845-36-8. White powder, hygroscopic, m.p. 620-640 degC, bulk density 1.07 g/cm3, very soluble in water (140 g/100 ml). In food industry used as texture improver, chelating agent and water-retention agent for soups, quick-frozen fish and shrimp, milk powder, cream powder, cheese and cured meat. Packed in 25/50/1000 kg plastic-lined woven bags.
