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Introduction
Potassium Acetate is a versatile chemical compound widely used in various industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications. This document provides detailed information about its appearance, physical analytic results, typical Certificate of Analysis (COA), heavy metals report, and a comparison highlighting why it is better and economical. Additionally, company details and product specifications are included for reference.
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Appearance
Potassium Acetate appears as a white crystalline powder or granules. It is highly soluble in water and has a slightly salty taste. The compound is odorless and stable under normal conditions.
Physical Analytic Results
The physical analytic results of Potassium Acetate are as follows:
- Molecular Weight: 98.14 g/mol
- Solubility: Highly soluble in water
- pH (5% solution): 7.5 – 9.0
- Melting Point: 292°C
Typical Certificate of Analysis (COA)
| Parameter | Specification |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Assay (Purity) | 99.0% min |
| pH (5% solution) | 7.5 – 9.0 |
| Moisture Content | 0.5% max |
| Chloride (Cl) | 0.01% max |
| Sulphate (SO4) | 0.01% max |
Heavy Metals Report
| Heavy Metal | Limit (ppm) |
| Lead (Pb) | 1.0 max |
| Arsenic (As) | 0.5 max |
| Cadmium (Cd) | 0.1 max |
| Mercury (Hg) | 0.1 max |
Comparison: Why Potassium Acetate is Better and Economical
| Feature | Potassium Acetate | Other Alternatives |
| Purity | 99.0% min | 95-98% |
| Solubility | Highly soluble | Moderately soluble |
| Cost-effectiveness | Economical | Expensive |
| Environmental Impact | Eco-friendly | Higher impact |
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| HS Code | 29152900 |
| EINECS Number | 204-822-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C2H3KO2 |
| CAS Number | 127-08-2 |