Dicalcium Phosphate (Calcium Hydrogenorthophosphate)

Dicalcium phosphate (DCP) is a calcium and phosphorus source used extensively in animal feed formulations, dietary supplements, and dental care products, making it one of the more volume-driven phosphate salts in international trade. Classified under a single US tariff line (2835250000), DCP imports from China — the dominant supplier — have drawn scrutiny over quality consistency and heavy-metal content, prompting many buyers to dual-source from Germany or India. Feed-grade and food-grade DCP are subject to different regulatory standards; food and supplement grades require FDA compliance review at entry. Importers should confirm grade specifications and country-of-origin documentation before shipment.