CAS 7790-53-6

Potassium metaphosphate

Description:

Potassium metaphosphate, with the CAS number 7790-53-6, is an inorganic compound characterized by its chemical formula KPO3. It is a white, crystalline solid that is soluble in water, forming a clear solution. This compound is a member of the metaphosphate family, which consists of polyphosphate structures. Potassium metaphosphate is known for its ability to act as a source of potassium ions in various applications, including fertilizers and food additives. It exhibits properties such as hygroscopicity, meaning it can absorb moisture from the environment. Additionally, it has a relatively high melting point and is stable under normal conditions, although it can decompose at elevated temperatures. In terms of reactivity, potassium metaphosphate can participate in various chemical reactions, particularly in the presence of acids or bases, leading to the formation of other phosphate compounds. Its applications extend to the fields of agriculture, food processing, and as a buffering agent in biochemical assays. Overall, potassium metaphosphate is a versatile compound with significant utility in both industrial and laboratory settings.

Formula: HO₃P·K

InChI: InChI=1S/K.HO3P/c;1-4(2)3/h;(H,1,2,3)

InChI key: InChIKey=WYHQWCYKPJHRLP-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• Kaliummetaphosphat
• Kurrol's salt
• Metafosfato De Potasio
• Metaphosphate de potassium
• Metaphosphoric Acid, Potassium Salt
• Metaphosphoric acid (HPO3), potassium salt (1:1)
• Metaphosphoric acid (HPO₃), potassium salt
• Metaphosphoric acid (HPO₃), potassium salt (1:1)
• Potassium Kurrol's salt
• Potassium M-Phosphate
• Potassium Metaphosphate
• Potassium metaphosphate (KPO3)
• Potassium metaphosphate (KPO₃)
• Potassium phosphate
• Potassium phosphate (KPO3)
• Potassium phosphate (KPO₃)
• Potassium polymetaphosphate
• Metaphosphoric acid (HPO3), potassium salt

Potassium Metaphosphate

CAS: 7790-53-6

Formula: KO₃P

Purity: >98.0%

Color and Shape: White powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 118.07

Ref: 3B-P2906

Potassium Metaphosphate

CAS: 7790-53-6

Potassium Metaphosphate

Purity: 99%

Molecular weight: 118.07g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1029007

Potassium metaphosphate, 98%

CAS: 7790-53-6

Potassium metaphosphate, 98%

Formula: KPO₃

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: white pwdr.

Molecular weight: 118.07

Ref: 08-93-1941

Potassium metaphosphate

CAS: 7790-53-6

Formula: KPO₃

Purity: ≥ 99.0%

Color and Shape: White to almost white crystalline powder

Molecular weight: 118.07

Ref: 7W-GX1648

Metaphosphoric Acid Potassium Salt

Controlled Product

CAS: 7790-53-6

Formula: HKO₃P

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 118.07

Ref: TR-M226260