Phosphorus Remover

Industrial-grade phosphorus remover engineered for chemical precipitation of orthophosphates and total phosphorus (TP) in municipal and industrial wastewater streams. Reacts rapidly with dissolved phosphate ions to form stable, highly insoluble metal-phosphate precipitates that settle efficiently via standard clarification or dissolved air flotation (DAF) units. Formulated for continuous treatment operations requiring strict, consistent compliance with sub-0.5 mg/L effluent discharge limits.

 

Product Specifications:

Parameter	Specification Limit	Test Method / Standard
Appearance	Clear to amber liquid (solid crystal/powder grades available on request)	Visual Inspection
Active Metal Content (Fe3+ / Al3+ / La)	12.5% - 14.2% (weight basis)	ICP-OES (Inductively Coupled Plasma)
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.38 - 1.44	ASTM D1298
pH (5% Aqueous Solution)	1.8 - 3.2	ASTM D1293
Insoluble Matter	< 0.05%	Gravimetric Filtration
Heavy Metal Impurities (As, Pb, Cd)	< 1.0 ppm aggregate	EPA 6010D

 

Chemical & Physical Properties:

Chemical Classification: Inorganic polyvalent metal salt solution
Solubility: Miscible in water in all proportions; exothermic hydration reaction upon initial dilution.
Precipitation Mechanism: Coordinates via Lewis acid-base interactions and charge neutralization, forming dense, rapid-settling micro-flocs across an effective pH operating window of 5.0 - 8.5.
Alkalinity Consumption: Consumes approximately 1.0 mg of total alkalinity (as CaCO3) per 1.0 mg of active metal salt dosed; secondary pH correction may be required in low-alkalinity waters.
Sludge Generation: Generates a dense, dewaterable chemical sludge. Yield ratio averages 1.5 - 2.5 kg of dry sludge per kilogram of phosphorus removed, depending on polymer co-dosing.
Thermal Behavior: Stable under ambient storage; freezing point threshold at -12°C (crystallized product recovers fully upon thawing and mechanical mixing).

 

Applications:

Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants (WWTP): Secondary biological treatment polishing and tertiary filtration systems targeting strict total phosphorus (TP) limits below 0.1 mg/L.
Industrial Effluent Treatment: Removal of high-concentration phosphorus compounds originating from chemical synthesis, fertilizer processing, detergent production, metal surface finishing, and semiconductor rinse waters.
Surface Water Eutrophication Management: Direct application in industrial retention ponds, stabilization lagoons, and closed aquatic systems to bind bio-available orthophosphates and suppress cyanobacteria (algal bloom) proliferation.

 

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Relevance:

Deployed in specialized Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) production wastewater lines where organic phosphorus catalysts, phosphonate chelants, and high-strength phosphate buffers disrupt downstream biological treatment. Conforms to strict heavy-metal purity thresholds to prevent toxicity interference with nitrifying and denitrifying bacterial cultures in activated sludge systems.

 

Grade & Quality Requirements:

Industrial Grade (IG): Standard formulation optimized for municipal WWTPs and high-volume industrial effluent systems.
High-Purity Grade (HP): Ultra-filtered to remove sub-micron suspended insolubles, intended for zero-discharge facilities, sensitive electronics manufacturing, and pharmaceutical effluent streams.
Regulatory Compliance: Manufactured under ISO 9001 certified quality management frameworks. Free from restricted nonylphenol ethoxylates (NPEs) and persistent bioaccumulative toxins (PBTs).

 

Quality Control:

Every manufacturing batch undergoes rigorous analytical verification before leaving the facility. Retained retention samples are archived for 24 months.
Verification Protocol: Active metal assays are quantified using ICP-OES. Specific gravity and pH are verified against strict internal standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Batch Traceability: Each container is stamped with a unique lot number linked directly to raw material feedstock certificates, reactor logs, and technician sign-offs.

 

Technical Documents:

COA (Certificate of Analysis): Generated per production lot, verifying actual active metal assay, specific gravity, and pH. [Download Sample COA PDF]
SDS (Safety Data Sheet): GHS-compliant documentation detailing personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, handling precautions, and emergency containment protocols. [Download SDS PDF]
TDS (Technical Data Sheet): Detailed guidelines covering stoichiometric dosing curves, jar testing protocols, and compatibility charts. [Download TDS PDF]

 

Packaging & Storage:

Container Options:
30 kg high-density polyethylene (HDPE) carboys / drums
330 kg HDPE intermediate bulk containers (IBC totes)
Bulk tanker truck delivery (20 to 25 metric tons net weight)
Materials of Construction: Compatible with PVC, CPVC, fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP), and cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE). Uncoated carbon steel is strictly unsuitable.
Storage Guidelines: Maintain storage temperatures between 5°C and 35°C. Keep containers tightly sealed in a well-ventilated, bunded containment area away from strong alkaline materials and reducing agents. Shelf life: 12 months from manufacture date.

 

Supply & Procurement:

MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity): 1 metric ton (Palletized drum configuration or 3 IBC totes). Full truckload and bulk tanker arrangements available under annual supply agreements.
Sample Policy: 1,000 mL liquid samples provided free of charge for laboratory jar testing; freight costs are assumed by the requesting entity.
Standard Lead Time: 7 to 14 business days for standard stock grades; 21 business days for custom active-concentration formulations.
Global Supply Logistics: Backed by an annual production output of 50,000 metric tons, strategic regional warehousing, and established multi-modal dangerous goods (DG) freight forwarders.

 

OEM / Custom Specification:

Custom formulations available for unique influent matrices. Adjustments can be engineered for active metal ratios, specific gravity, and basicity parameters to align with existing chemical metering pump capacities and optimize stoichiometric reaction kinetics. Minimum batch quantities apply for custom-blended formulations.

 

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