What is Monocalcium Phosphate

Monocalcium phosphate (MCP), also known as calcium dihydrogen phosphate (Ca(H₂PO₄)₂), is a high-quality feed additive specifically formulated to meet the calcium and phosphorus requirements in aquaculture. This essential mineral compound appears as a free-flowing white crystalline powder or granules in its dried form.

Benefits of Monocalcium Phosphate in Feed Additives

• Digestive efficiency: The naturally high levels of phosphorus and calcium in monocalcium phosphate ensure that animals can absorb and utilize these key nutrients effectively, improving digestion.
• Promote bone health: Phosphorus and calcium are key components of bone growth and maintenance. Monocalcium phosphate can effectively prevent osteoporosis, fractures, and other problems, and promote good bone health for the animal.
• Improves fertility: Adequate levels of phosphorus and calcium help to improve the reproductive capacity of animals, including increasing the number of litter and eggs produced in piglets and poultry
• Improve production: By improving nutrient supply, monocalcium phosphate can boost growth, feed conversion, and productivity in cattle

Application in Feed Additives

• Poultry feed: Monocalcium phosphate can be added to chicken, duck, and goat feed to promote bone growth, improve egg production, and increase egg production
• Pig feed: Monocalcium phosphate used in pig feed promotes strong bones and accelerates growth, especially in piglets and growing fish.
• Ruminants: Monocalcium phosphate in ruminants such as cattle and sheep can maintain calcium-phosphorus balance and promote growth and milk production in ruminants
• Aquatic diets: Adding monocalcium phosphate to the diets of aquatic animals such as fish and shrimp can improve bone and shell growth, lifespan, and growth.

Precautions

• Reasonable ratio: According to the type, age, and physiological state of different animals, the amount of monocalcium phosphate added should be reasonably determined to avoid nutritional imbalance or waste of resources caused by excessive intake.
• Balance with other minerals: Ensure the balance of other minerals in the feed (such as magnesium, zinc, iron, etc.) to avoid health problems caused by excessive or insufficient amounts of certain minerals.
• Quality control: Choose high-quality monocalcium phosphate products to ensure their purity and active ingredient content to ensure the safety and nutritional effect of the feed.