Potassium triphosphate

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  • CAT Number: M063740
  • CAS Number: 13845-36-8
  • Molecular Formula: K5O10P3
  • Molecular Weight: 448.40
  • Purity: ≥95%
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Potassium triphosphate(Cat No.:M063740), a compound composed of potassium and the triphosphate ion (P3O10), holds significance in various industrial and chemical applications. This compound serves as a versatile ingredient in detergent formulations, where it enhances cleaning efficacy by softening water and sequestering metal ions, thereby preventing the formation of unwanted precipitates. Additionally, potassium triphosphate finds utility in water treatment processes, acting as a dispersant and scale inhibitor. Its multifunctional properties contribute to its widespread use across diverse sectors, ranging from household cleaning to industrial operations.


Catalog Number M063740
CAS Number 13845-36-8
Molecular Formula K5O10P3
Purity ≥95%
Storage Store at +4C
IUPAC Name pentapotassium;[oxido(phosphonatooxy)phosphoryl] phosphate
InChI InChI=1S/5K.H5O10P3/c;;;;;1-11(2,3)9-13(7,8)10-12(4,5)6/h;;;;;(H,7,8)(H2,1,2,3)(H2,4,5,6)/q5*+1;/p-5
InChIKey ATGAWOHQWWULNK-UHFFFAOYSA-I
SMILES [O-]P(=O)([O-])OP(=O)([O-])OP(=O)([O-])[O-].[K+].[K+].[K+].[K+].[K+]

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