What Is Phosphoric Acid 85% (E338)? Applications, Dosage, Alternatives & Specifications
Last updated: 2026-11-14 · CAS 7664-38-2 · Food Grade
- Quick facts
- Name
- Phosphoric Acid 85% (E338)
- CAS number
- 7664-38-2
- Grade
- Food Grade
- Certifications
- ISO 9001 · ISO 22000 · HACCP · FAMI-QS · Kosher · Halal · GMP · SGS
- Application areas
- 1
- Documentation
- COA · TDS · SDS
Overview
Phosphoric acid is an inorganic medium-strength acid with the chemical formula H3PO4. Pure phosphoric acid appears as colorless transparent crystals or viscous liquid, odorless, with a unique mild acidic taste. As a tribasic acid, phosphoric acid can form monobasic, dibasic, and tribasic phosphates, serving as the basic raw material for producing various phosphate food additives. Basic Information:
CAS Number: 7664–38–2
EINECS Number: 231–633–2
Applications
Comparison with Lactic Acid
Comparison Dimension
Specification
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Phosphoric Acid 85% Food Grade (E338) |
| CAS Number | 7664-38-2 |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless to pale-yellow liquid |
| Grade | Food / Feed / Industrial Grade |
| Packaging | 25kg net fiber drum with PE liner |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
Packaging & Storage
- Packing: 25kg net fiber drum with double PE liner.
- Sample: 100-500g free sample available.
- Storage: Keep in tightly closed packaging, cool, dry, well-ventilated. Protect from light and moisture.
- Shelf Life: 24 months from production date.
Quality & Certifications
Every batch tested by in-house QC lab. COA, TDS, SDS provided with each shipment.
Regulatory & Compliance
EU
Complies with EU regulations and FAMI-QS standards.
USA
Meets FDA and AAFCO requirements.
China
Registered under Chinese MOA regulations.
International
Kosher, Halal, ISO certified. FTA forms available.
Safety & Handling
- Hazard Class: Generally non-hazardous. Refer to SDS for details.
- Storage: Room temperature, dry, sealed. Avoid strong oxidizers.
- Transport: Non-dangerous goods. Standard sea/air freight.
- SDS: Available on request at sales@xadditive.cn.
Frequently asked questions
MOQ?
MOQ is 1kg for trial, 25kg for regular orders. Free samples available.
Shelf life?
24 months from production date when stored properly.
Certifications?
ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HACCP, FAMI-QS, Kosher, Halal, COA, SDS, TDS.
How to get quote?
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Request a quote & COA
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