Potassium Carbonate

• CAT Number: R030818
• CAS Number: 584-08-7
• Molecular Formula: K2CO3· nH2O (n = 0 or 1,5)
• Molecular Weight: 138.21
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Carbonic Acid Dipotassium Salt; Potassium Carbonate (K2CO3); CLIMB; DCAD Plus; Dipotassium Carbonate; FG; Pearl Ash; Potash; Potassium Carbonate; Potassium Carbonate (2:1); Potassium Carbonate (K2(CO3)); Salt of Tartar; Sorb KX 35
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: dipotassium;carbonate
• InChI: InChI=1S/CH2O3.2K/c2-1(3)4;;/h(H2,2,3,4);;/q;2*+1/p-2
• InChIKey: BWHMMNNQKKPAPP-UHFFFAOYSA-L
• SMILES: C(=O)([O-])[O-].[K+].[K+]

Potassium carbonate（Cat No.:R030818）, is an inorganic compound consisting of potassium ions (K+) and carbonate ions (CO3^2-). It exists as a white, granular powder and has diverse applications. In industry, it is utilized in the production of glass and soap, as a fire suppressant, and in the manufacture of certain chemicals. In agriculture, it serves as a source of potassium, an essential nutrient for plant growth. In the food industry, it’s sometimes used as a pH regulator, particularly in cocoa processing. Its versatile properties make it a valuable chemical compound with various industrial, agricultural, and culinary uses.