Potassium phosphate tribasic [7778-53-2]

Potassium Phosphate Tribasic [7778-53-2] exhibits clearly defined physical and chemical properties. Its molecular formula is K3PO4, with a molecular weight of 212.27. This compound belongs to the class of salts and is structurally related to potassium compounds and phosphates, hydrogenphosphates, dihydrogenphosphates. Workplace handling notes include the use of safety goggles. This Potassium Phosphate Tribasic is supplied with a purity of ≥ 97% (on dried basis), and it appears as a white to off-white powder. Other notable features include a pH range of 11.5 - 12.5, a maximum lead content of 2.0mg/kg, and a maximum arsenic content of 3.0mg/kg. Additionally, it has a maximum fluoride content of 10.0mg/kg, a maximum heavy metal content of 10mg/kg, a loss on drying of ≤ 5.0%, and water insolubles of ≤ 0.2%. It is stored ambiently, and its Harmonised Tariff Code is 2835240.

• CAS Number: 7778-53-2
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Molecular Formula: K3PO4
• Exact Mass: 211.8445399
• Molecular Weight: 212.27
• Hazard Statements:
• H319: Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H315: Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]