【CAS】584-08-7 Molecular formula: K2CO3 Relative molecular mass:138.2066
Structural formula:
一.Product Property:
At room temperature, it is a white crystalline powder or particle, odorless, hygroscopic, soluble in water (solubility 111g/100mL at 25℃), insoluble in alcohols, with a density of approximately 2.428g/cm³, and a melting point of 891℃.
二.Quality Index:
Parameter | Food-Grade (FCC) |
Assay (K₂CO₃) | ≥ 99.0% (w/w) |
Appearance | White granules/powder |
Loss on Drying (105°C) | ≤ 0.5% (w/w) |
Chlorides (as Cl⁻) | ≤ 0.003% (w/w) |
Sulfates (as SO₄²⁻) | ≤ 0.005% (w/w) |
Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm |
Arsenic (As) | ≤ 3 ppm |
Iron (Fe) | ≤ 10 ppm |
Sodium (Na) | ≤ 0.1% (w/w) |
Insoluble Matter | ≤ 0.02% (w/w) |
pH (5% Solution) | 11.0–12.0 |
三.Application scope and Usage:
Potassium carbonate is mainly used as an additive in instant noodles and carbonated beverages, playing a role in leavening and preservation.
四.Package and Storage:
Packaging: Inner liner is polyethylene plastic bag, outer cover is plastic woven bag. Net weight of each bag is 25 kilograms.
Storage and Transportation: It should be stored in a dry, ventilated and clean warehouse to prevent rain and moisture. It should be isolated from toxic substances for stacking. The shelf life of this product is twelve months.