Potassium Carbonate
HS Code: 283640
CAS No: 584-08-7
Potassium Carbonate is an inorganic salt with a wide range of industrial and chemical applications. It is typically found as a white, granular powder or as colorless, odorless crystals.
IUPAC Name: Potassium Carbonate
Other Name or Common Name: Potash / Pearl Ash
Appearance: Potassium Carbonate typically appears as a white, granular powder or colorless, odorless crystals. It is highly soluble in water.
Chemical Formula: K2CO3
Molecular Weight: 138.21 g/mol
Applications:
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Potassium Fertilizer: Potassium Carbonate is used as a source of potassium in agriculture. It is a component of potash fertilizers and is applied to soil to enhance plant growth, yield, and overall health.
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Food Industry: In the food industry, it is used as a food additive, especially in the production of certain baked goods, where it serves as a leavening agent to help dough rise.
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Chemical Industry: Potassium Carbonate is used in various chemical processes and as a raw material for the production of other potassium compounds and chemicals.
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Glass and Ceramics: It is utilized in the manufacture of glass and ceramics as a flux, which lowers the melting point of raw materials, facilitating the production process.
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pH Regulation: It is employed in water treatment to adjust the pH of water, helping to control acidity and alkalinity levels.
Packing Size: 25 kg
Packing Type: HDPE Bag
Product Details
Product Details | Value |
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Categories | Agrochemicals |
HS Code | 283640 |
CAS No | 584-08-7 |
Form | Granules |
Packaging Size | 25kg |
Packaging Type | HDPE Bag |
Color | White |
Grade Standard | Technical / Agriculture |
IUPAC- Name | Potassium carbonate |
Molecular Formula | K2CO3 |
Appearance | White Granules |