CAS 584-08-7: Potassium carbonate

Description: Potassium carbonate (K2CO3) is an inorganic salt characterized by its white, crystalline appearance and hygroscopic nature, meaning it can absorb moisture from the air. It is highly soluble in water, forming an alkaline solution, which makes it useful in various applications, including as a buffering agent and in glass manufacturing. The compound has a relatively high melting point and decomposes upon heating, releasing carbon dioxide and potassium oxide. Potassium carbonate is commonly used in agriculture as a fertilizer, providing potassium essential for plant growth. Additionally, it serves as a key ingredient in the production of soaps and detergents, as well as in the food industry as a food additive (E501). Its ability to act as a drying agent and its role in chemical synthesis further highlight its versatility. While generally considered safe for use in food and agriculture, it should be handled with care, as it can cause irritation to the skin and eyes upon contact.

Formula: CH₂O₃·2K

InChI: InChI=1S/CH2O3.2K/c2-1(3)4;;/h(H2,2,3,4);;

InChI key: InChIKey=ILOXEKOBBABVRN-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: [K].O=C(O)O

Synonyms:

• Carbonate de potassium
• Carbonate, Potassium
• Carbonato De Potasio
• Carbonic acid potassium salt (1:2)
• Climb
• DCAD Plus
• Dipotassium carbonate
• Ef 80
• K2Co3
• Kaliumcarbonat
• Lh 90
• Pearl ash
• Potash
• Potassium Carbonate
• Potassium carbonate (2:1)
• Potassium carbonate (K2(CO3))
• Potassium carbonate (K2CO3)
• Potassium carbonate (K₂(CO₃))
• Px 1390-1
• Salt of tartar
• Sorb KX 35
• Carbonic acid, dipotassium salt

Potassium carbonate, anhydrous

CAS: 584-08-7

• Formula: ·CO₃·2K
• Purity: 99%
• Color and Shape: white solid
• Molecular weight: 138.21g/mol

Potassium Carbonate

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Applications Potassium Carbonate is a common chemical reagent used in various organic reactions. It is …

• Formula: CO₃K
• Color and Shape: Neat
• Molecular weight: 138.21

Potassium carbonate

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• Formula: K₂CO₃
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color and Shape: White Clear Liquid
• Molecular weight: 138.21 g/mol

Potassium Carbonate anhydrous extrapure, 99%

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• Formula: K₂CO₃
• Purity: min. 99%
• Color and Shape: White, Hygroscopic powder, Clear, Colourless
• Molecular weight: 138.21

Potassium Carbonate anhydrous extrapure AR, ACS, ExiPlus, Multi-Compendial, 99.5%

CAS: 584-08-7

• Formula: K₂CO₃
• Purity: min. 99.5%
• Color and Shape: White, Hygroscopic powder, Clear, Colourless
• Molecular weight: 138.21

Potassium carbonate - 1M Potassium Carbonate Solution

CAS: 584-08-7

Potassium carbonate is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water. It is used …

• Formula: K₂CO₃
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Molecular weight: 138.21 g/mol