Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate

Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate – High-Purity Industrial Grade

Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate — quite a mouthful, isn’t it? But if you’re in the business of manufacturing, cleaning solutions, or even water treatment, chances are it’s already on your radar.

This white crystalline powder (yes, it looks pretty unassuming) is actually a powerhouse. It’s highly soluble in water, odourless, and incredibly effective at what it does: chelating metals, buffering pH, and stabilising formulations where consistency really matters.

So, What Exactly Is Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate?

You’ll often hear it called TKPP or just potassium pyrophosphate. Technically speaking, it’s the dipotassium salt of pyrophosphoric acid — chemically written as K₄P₂O₇.

It appears as either a fine powder or granules, depending on the grade, and it dissolves quickly in water. But what makes it really useful is its ability to bind with metal ions like calcium or magnesium. That makes it perfect for water softening, especially in places where scale build-up is a constant battle.

You might also find it in products where maintaining an alkaline environment is crucial — say, to stop grime or scale from re-depositing once it’s been removed. It’s a bit like a backstage assistant in a production: mostly invisible, but critical for the whole thing to run smoothly.

Where It’s Used — And Why

Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate finds its way into a surprising range of industries. It’s kind of a behind-the-scenes chemical hero. Some of the places it turns up:

• Detergents & Cleaning Products: Used in heavy-duty cleaners and dishwashing powders, it helps soften water and prevent mineral deposits. It also keeps particles dispersed, which helps things rinse away properly.

• Water Treatment Systems: Here, TKPP plays the role of a scale inhibitor and chelating agent. It’s particularly useful in boiler systems and industrial cooling lines.

• Food-Grade Uses: In some carefully regulated contexts, it’s even used as a food additive — typically as an emulsifier, buffer, or sequestrant. (Of course, that’s only under specific food-grade compliance.)

• Ceramics & Paints: As a dispersant, it helps maintain smooth consistency. Nobody likes clumps — especially not in ceramics or a fresh coat of paint.

The core benefits? It’s reliable, dissolves well, maintains an alkaline pH, and is very efficient at grabbing hold of calcium ions. Honestly, it just gets the job done without drawing attention to itself.

Why Source It From Us?

As a long-standing Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate supplier in Australia, we’ve learned a thing or two about what our customers really care about. Quality, first and foremost. But also availability — and knowing that what you order will show up on time, in the form and packaging you expect.

Our product meets high purity standards and is suitable for a wide range of industrial applications. We offer flexible bulk supply and can accommodate custom packaging where needed. Whether you’re blending chemicals in a factory or maintaining equipment in a treatment plant, we’re here to help keep things flowing.

👉 Request a Quote — We’ll help you with pricing, availability, SDS docs, and delivery timelines.

Product Details — Quick Reference

Here’s a brief rundown of the key specs, in case you’re comparing suppliers or just double-checking compatibility:

• CAS Number: 7320-34-5

• Appearance: White crystalline powder or granules

• Odour: None — it’s odourless

• Solubility: Completely dissolves in water

• pH (1% solution): Between 9.5 and 10.5 (that’s alkaline territory)

• Melting Point: Decomposes above 300°C

• Stability: Chemically stable when stored properly

We offer pickup and delivery Australia-wide, and if you’re after non-standard packaging sizes, just ask — we’ll do our best to accommodate.

📄 Request the SDS here for full handling and safety guidelines.

Need Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate in Australia?

Whether it’s for heavy industry or fine-tuned formulations, our TKPP delivers consistent results. It’s trusted, reliable, and supported by a team that knows the local landscape — and the industries using it.

Get in touch today for lead times, technical support, or just to talk through your specific requirements. We’ll make it easy.