potassium carbonate

potassium carbonate

Product Details:

  • HS Code 28364000
  • EINECS No 209-529-3
  • Taste Salty and alkaline
  • Solubility Very soluble in water (112 g/100 mL at 20 C); insoluble in alcohol
  • Structural Formula CO with two K ions
  • Shape Granular or fine powder
  • Application Manufacturing of glass soaps detergents fertilizer and as a food additive (E501). Used in the ceramics industry and as a pH regulator.
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potassium carbonate Product Specifications

  • 28364000
  • 209-529-3
  • Manufacturing of glass soaps detergents fertilizer and as a food additive (E501). Used in the ceramics industry and as a pH regulator.
  • Typically 99% or greater depending on grade
  • Stable under recommended storage conditions no specific shelf life
  • NO
  • Salty and alkaline
  • Very soluble in water (112 g/100 mL at 20 C); insoluble in alcohol
  • CO with two K ions
  • Granular or fine powder
  • Strongly alkaline (approx. 11.612.0 in 1% aqueous solution)
  • White hygroscopic crystalline solid
  • 584-08-7
  • 2.43 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)
  • Industrial grade food grade and reagent grade available
  • Odorless
  • K2CO3
  • White crystalline powder or granules
  • Highly alkaline reacts with acids to form CO2 absorbs moisture from the air (deliquescent).
  • 891 C (decomposes)
  • Industrial process chemical electrolyte in welding/soldering work and food processing additive.
  • Potassium carbonate (K2CO3); no additional ingredients
  • 138.205 g/mol
  • Store in a cool dry and well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed to avoid contact with moisture.

Product Description



Potassium carbonate is a versatile compound with a salty and alkaline taste, commonly found in the form of white crystalline powder or granules. It is highly soluble in water and commonly used as an industrial process chemical, electrolyte in welding/soldering work, and food processing additive. With available grades including industrial, food, and reagent grade, it is a key ingredient in the manufacturing of glass, soaps, detergents, fertilizers, and as a food additive (E501). Additionally, it is widely used in the ceramics industry and as a pH regulator. With a pH level of approximately 11.612.0 in a 1% aqueous solution, this compound is non-poisonous and odorless, making it safe for various industrial applications.

FAQs of potassium carbonate:


Q: What is the appearance of potassium carbonate?

A: The appearance of potassium carbonate is a white hygroscopic crystalline solid.

Q: What is the density of potassium carbonate?

A: The density of potassium carbonate is 2.43 grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm3).

Q: What is the shelf life of potassium carbonate?

A: Potassium carbonate is stable under recommended storage conditions, therefore, it does not have a specific shelf life.

Q: What is the molecular formula of potassium carbonate?

A: The molecular formula of potassium carbonate is K2CO3.

Q: In what industries is potassium carbonate commonly used?

A: Potassium carbonate is commonly used in the manufacturing of glass, soaps, detergents, fertilizers, as a food additive, and in the ceramics industry.

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