Potassium carbonate, 1 kg

Potassium Carbonate finds application across laboratory and industrial settings, particularly in the production of glass, soaps, and water treatment processes. Its molecular formula is K2CO3, with a molecular weight of 138.205. This compound decomposes rather than boils, and it melts at 899 °C. Due to its hazardous nature, it carries the Danger signal word. This specific Potassium Carbonate offering is supplied in a 1 kg pack, making it suitable for larger scale applications. It is recommended to use safety goggles and gloves when handling this substance.

• CAS Number: 584-08-7
• Boiling Point: Decomposes (no boiling point)
• Exact Mass: 137.91215683
• Melting Point: 899 °C
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Molecular Weight: 138.205
• Molecular Formula: K2CO3
• Hazard Statements:
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage [Danger Serious eye damage/eye irritation]