Potassium Carbonate - JKM Chemtrade

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:

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Chemical Industry: Potassium Carbonate is used in various chemical processes and as a raw material for the production of other potassium compounds and chemicals.

4. 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.

5. pH Regulation: It is employed in water treatment to adjust the pH of water, helping to control acidity and alkalinity levels.
   
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