Product Description
Chemical Name: Potassium Hydrogen Sulphate (Potassium Bisulfate)
Chemical Formula: KHSO
CAS Number: 7646-93-7
Description:Potassium hydrogen sulphate, also known as potassium bisulfate, is a white crystalline powder that is soluble in water. It is commonly used as a laboratory reagent and in various industrial applications. The compound is acidic and can release hydrogen ions in solution, making it useful in pH adjustment and as a flux in metallurgy.
Uses:
- Laboratory Reagent: Potassium bisulfate is frequently used in chemical analysis and research.
- pH Adjuster: It is used to lower pH in various industrial processes.
- Metallurgy: Employed as a flux in the preparation of metal ores and in the production of some metals.
- Food Industry: Occasionally used as a food additive, particularly as a leavening agent in baking.
- Cleaning Agent: Can be used in cleaning formulations for its acidic properties.
Safety Information:
- Hazards: Potassium hydrogen sulphate is corrosive and can cause irritation to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.
- Handling: Appropriate personal protective equipment, such as gloves and goggles, should be worn when handling this compound.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials like strong bases.
Physical Properties:
- Appearance: White crystalline powder
- Melting Point: 197C (decomposes)
- Solubility: Soluble in water
- Molecular Weight: 136.17 g/mol
Synonyms:
- Potassium bisulfate
- Potassium acid sulfate
- Bisulfate of potash
Potassium hydrogen sulphate is a versatile compound with multiple industrial and laboratory applications, but it must be handled with care due to its corrosive nature.
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