Order number: 584-08-7
Part number: AC100048599
Potassium Carbonate is widely used in synthesis and formulation workflows, featuring a molecular formula of K2CO3 and a molecular weight of 138.205 g/mol. It exhibits a high Melting Point of 899 °C and decomposes upon heating. Due to its Danger signal word, being harmful if swallowed and causing serious eye damage.
| Name | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| WGK | : | 1 |
| EG-Nr. | : | 209-529-3 |
| CAS No. | : | 584-08-7 |
| Density (D) | : | 2,43 g/cm³ |
| Regeneration | : | 158 °C, finely powdered from as low as 100 °C |
| Particle size | : | ca. 150-350 µm |
| Molar mass (M) | : | 138,21 g/mol |
| Empirical formula | : | K2CO3 |
| Melting point (mp) | : | 891 °C |
| Suitable (as desiccant) for | : | Alkaline solvents (e.g. ammonia, amines), nitriles, chlorinated hydrocarbons, acetone |
| Not suitable (as desiccant) for | : | Acids |
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