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Introduction
Potassium Citrate is a versatile chemical compound widely used in various industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture. It is known for its high solubility, stability, and effectiveness. Below, we provide detailed information about its appearance, physical analytic results, typical Certificate of Analysis (COA), heavy metals report, and a comparison table explaining why it is better and economical.
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Potassium Citrate appears as a white, crystalline powder. It is odorless and has a slightly saline taste. The compound is highly soluble in water and exhibits excellent stability under normal storage conditions.
Physical Analytic Results
The physical analytic results of Potassium Citrate are as follows:
Molecular Weight: 306.39 g/mol
Solubility: Highly soluble in water
pH (1% solution): 7.5 – 9.0
Melting Point: Decomposes without melting
Typical Certificate of Analysis (COA)
| Parameter | Specification |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Assay (as C6H5K3O7) | 99.0% – 101.0% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 1.0% |
| pH (1% solution) | 7.5 – 9.0 |
Heavy Metals Report
| Metal | Limit (ppm) |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 2.0 |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 1.0 |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 1.0 |
Comparison: Why Potassium Citrate is Better and Economical
| Feature | Potassium Citrate | Other Products |
| Purity | 99.0% – 101.0% | Lower purity levels |
| Solubility | Highly soluble in water | Moderate solubility |
| Cost-effectiveness | Economical for bulk use | Higher cost |
Product Details
| Parameter | Details |
| HS Code | 29181500 |
| EINECS Number | 212-755-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H5K3O7 |
| CAS Number | 6100-05-6 |