Calcium Pyrophosphate
AKA “Dicalcium pyrophosphate, Diphosphoric acid, calcium salt (1:2), Calcium phosphate (Ca2P2O7), calcium salt, Pyrophosphoric acid
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Calcium pyrophosphate
AKA: Dicalcium pyrophosphate, Diphosphoric acid, Calcium salt (1:2), Calcium phosphate (Ca2P2O7), Calcium salt, Pyrophosphoric acid
Synthetic · Abrasive · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle polishing agent that helps remove surface debris and buildup, leaving teeth feeling clean and smooth.
Solubility Insoluble in water. Soluble in dilute hydrochloric and nitric acids
Formula
Ca2O7P2
Mol. Weight
254.10
CAS #
7790-76-3
Form
Powder
State
Dry Powder
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Functions
Abrasive
Oral Care
Physical Exfoliant
Locks In Moisture
Gently polishes surface
Supports dental health
Traditional Use
Developed as a synthetic mineral ingredient for cosmetics. Used as a abrasive and polishing agent in toothpastes and cleansers.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-1
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR