Ceramic hydroxyapatite

The mineral component of bones and teeth; it has been used therapeutically as a prosthetic aid and in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a mineral/inorganic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Radiesse, Monite and Durapatite. Its PubChem CID is 14781.

CAS No 1306-06-5
Molecular Formula Ca5HO13P3
Molecular Weight 502.3 g/mol
Synonyms pentacalcium;hydroxide;triphosphate

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