Potassium carbonate, 2.5 kg

Potassium Carbonate is used across pharmaceutical, biochemical, and research settings as a versatile base and buffer. Its molecular formula is K2CO3, with a molecular weight of 138.205. This white solid decomposes upon heating, with a Melting Point of 899 °C. Due to its hazardous nature, it carries the signal word 'Danger'. This specific product is supplied in a 2.5 kg package, making it suitable for larger-scale applications. It is recommended to use safety goggles and gloves when handling Potassium Carbonate.

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