Dicalcium Phosphate Anhydrous (DCP) Powder - 25 kg (55 lb) - Food Grade Excipient

Why Choose This DCP Powder?

If you're a contract manufacturer or a DIY enthusiast crafting your own supplements or toothpaste tablets, this DCP anhydrous powder delivers consistent quality and high performance. Its low moisture content ensures stability in dry blends, while its direct compression capability saves time and cost by eliminating granulation steps. Every batch is fully traceable and third-party tested, meeting the highest standards of purity and safety. With cGMP, ISO, Halal and Kosher certifications, it is a trusted choice for a wide range of applications.

What Is Dicalcium Phosphate Anhydrous (DCP) Powder?

Dicalcium phosphate anhydrous (DCP) is a free-flowing white powder used extensively as an excipient in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and food industries. It provides a source of calcium and phosphorus, two essential minerals, and functions as a filler, binder and flow aid in tablet and capsule production. This high-purity grade is designed for direct compression, improving the compactibility of fine powders and ensuring uniform tablet hardness and capsule fill weight. Also referred to as dibasic calcium phosphate, DCP powder has a calcium-to-phosphorus ratio of 1.31:1, making it suitable for supplement formulation, food fortification and more.

Key Applications in Manufacturing

DCP powder is valued for its multifunctionality. In supplement and pharmaceutical production, it acts as a tablet filler and capsule diluent, improving flow properties and preventing powder bridging. It also serves as an anti-caking agent in dry food blends and protein powders, maintaining consistent texture and preventing clumping. Beyond oral solid dosage forms, DCP is used in DIY dental care products like toothpaste tablets and mouthwash tablets, where it functions as a gentle abrasive for enamel cleaning and tartar control. In agriculture, it supplies plant nutrition in fertilisers, and in animal feed, it provides bioavailable calcium and phosphorus to support bone strength, digestion and overall wellness in livestock and pets.

Technical Specifications

• Product: Dicalcium Phosphate Anhydrous (Dibasic Calcium Phosphate)
• Form: Free-flowing white powder
• Particle Size: Fine powder suitable for direct compression
• Ca:P Ratio: 1.31:1
• Packaging: 25 kg (55 lb) pail
• Certifications: cGMP, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 22000:2018, Halal, Kosher
• Country of Origin: USA (packaged in Texas)

Quality and Safety Certifications

This DCP powder is manufactured in the USA at an ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 22000:2018 certified facility, packaged in Fort Worth, Texas to current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) standards. Each batch undergoes third-party inspection for purity and traceability, ensuring consistent quality. The product is Halal and Kosher certified, meeting the dietary requirements of diverse populations. Its food-grade status means it is safe for undertake in food and supplement applications when used according to good manufacturing Practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this product safe to undertake as a food ingredient?

This product is intended for undertake as a manufacturing excipient or ingredient. It is food-grade and safe for undertake in food, supplements and dental care products when incorporated according to standard formulations and usage levels. Always follow the recommended usage guidelines and consult a health care professional if necessary.

How should I store DCP powder?

Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in undertake to prevent clumping and contamination.

Can this be used in animal feed?

Yes, DCP is commonly used as a source of calcium and phosphorus in livestock feed, pet food and mineral blocks. It supports bone health and overall animal wellness.

What is the difference between anhydrous and dihydrate DCP?

Anhydrous DCP contains no water of crystallisation, offering higher potency per gramme and better stability in formulations. Dihydrate DCP contains two water molecules and may have different flow and compaction properties. This product is the anhydrous form.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease.