Phosphorus pentoxide HP is a white crystalline powder, extremely hygroscopic. It is formed by burning elemental phosphorus in the abundant presence of oxygen. Most practical applications and uses of phosphorus pentoxide HP are based around its extreme affinity to water, which makes it an excellent dehydrating agent. The dissolution in water is exothermic and demands due care. P2O5 HP is used in the production of organic phosphate and polyphosphoric acid. Another application areas are pharmaceuticals and vitamins, catalysts and drying agents.
Baysolvex® D2EHPA is a very efficient and versatile extraction agent (solvent) in liquid-liquid extraction processes for purification, enrichment, separation and recovery of metal salts.