Product description
Sodium hexametaphosphate (SHMP), also known as sodium polyphosphate, is an inorganic compound belonging to the polyphosphate family. Sodium hexametaphosphate is a vital industrial chemical recognized for its excellent dispersing, corrosion prevention and water softening properties. These properties make it a crucial component in industrial processes, ensuring high quality and efficiency
Sodium hexametaphosphate is also available in the following applications:
Sodium Hexametaphosphate Powder:
Sodium Hexametaphosphate Powder (P69):
Sodium Hexametaphosphate Granular (P69):
Sodium hexametaphosphate is also known under the name sodium polyphosphate, hexasodium metaphosphate and metaphosphoric acid hexasodium salt.
Benefits
- Water softening: it is highly effective at sequestering metal ions, making it crucial in water treatment processes for softening water and preventing scale formation.
- Corrosion inhibition: usage of SHMP inhibits corrosion in industrial water systems.
- Leaching Inhibition: SHMP reduces the leaching of copper and lead from pipes, thereby protecting water quality.
- Flocculation control: it aids in dispersing suspended particles in wastewater treatment, improving water clarity and quality.
- Improves color retention and dye absorption: SHMP enhances color retention and dye absorption in textiles and paper, resulting in higher quality and more vibrant products.
- Faster dissolution: powdered SHMP dissolves rapidly in water, making it ideal for applications requiring swift action such as water treatment.
Chemical structure

Packaging & Storage
This product is available in the form of 25kg bags and 1.000kg big bags. Transported in regular trucks. Other packaging types only available at request.
Store this product in a cool and well-ventilated place. Keep away from moisture. Shelf life of 36 months under appropriate conditions of storage.
Applications
- Water treatment of industrial water systems and pipes
- Included in water softeners, detergents, dishwashing products and industrial cleaners
- Whitening, buffering, and pH regulation agent in toothpastes and mouthwashes
- Water softener in bath salts
- Chelating and masking agent in cosmetic products
- Deflocculant in clay processing
- Used in solutions for ceramic production
- Utilization in textiles and paper manufacturing
- Dispersing agent in the production of paints and coatings
- Mineral extraction
- Metal treatment