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CAS No.: | 584-08-7 |
Formula: | K2co3 |
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Potassium carbonate, a vital inorganic compound, boasts a chemical formula of K2CO3 and a molecular weight of 138.206. With a density of 2.428g/cm3 and a melting point of 891°C, this compound is highly soluble in water, forming an alkaline solution, while remaining insoluble in ethanol. Its strong hygroscopic nature means it readily absorbs carbon dioxide and moisture from the air, transforming into potassium bicarbonate, thus necessitating sealed packaging. As technology advances, potassium carbonate's applications in detergent aids, monosodium glutamate, and food sectors are expanding. It is a cornerstone inorganic chemical utilized extensively in pharmaceuticals and light industries.
In the realm of inorganic industries, potassium carbonate is pivotal in crafting compounds like potassium sodium tartrate, potassium aluminum fluoride, and potassium thiocyanate, as well as titanium dioxide. In pharmaceuticals, it serves as a foundation for long-lasting sulfonamides, progesterone, and estradiol benzoate. The glass enamel industry turns to this compound for enamel powder, enhancing leveling characteristics, while in glass production, it acts as a flux, boosting clarity and refractive index. The dye industry relies on it for creating indantil, disperse red 3B, and vat gray M, while in printing and dyeing, it aids in vat dye processing and ice dye whitening. In rubber manufacturing, it contributes to 4010 antioxidants, and in textiles, it is essential for scouring and degreasing processes.
Potassium carbonate stands as a fundamental inorganic chemical in various sectors, including pharmaceuticals and light industries. Its versatile applications span across the production of optical glass, welding rods, electron tubes, TV picture tubes, light bulbs, printing and dyeing processes, dyes, inks, photographic chemicals, and more. It is integral in creating sodium carbonate, polyester, explosives, electroplating materials, leather products, ceramics, building materials, crystals, potassium soaps, and medications. Furthermore, it is employed as a gas adsorbent, dry powder fire extinguishing agent, and rubber antioxidant. It is instrumental in CO2 removal from fertilizer synthesis gas and is also utilized as a potassium fertilizer. As high-tech industries progress, its use in detergent additives, MSG, food, and related fields is broadening.
Potassium carbonate is extensively employed in manufacturing potassium glass, potassium soap, and other inorganic chemicals. It is also crucial in eliminating hydrogen sulfide and carbon dioxide from industrial gases and is actively used in welding rods, ink production, and the printing and dyeing industries.
Items | Unit | Fine Grade | TV Glass Grade | First Grade | Regular Grade |
Purity (as K2CO3) | % min | 99 | 99 | 98.5 | 96 |
Chloride (as KCL) | % max | 0.01 | 0.03 | 0.1 | 0.2 |
Sulphate (as K2SO4) | % max | 0.01 | 0.04 | 0.1 | 0.15 |
Iron | % max | 0.001 | 0.001 | 0.003 | 0.01 |
Insoluble matter in water | % max | 0.02 | 0.04 | 0.05 | 0.1 |
Burnt loss | % max | 0.6 | 0.8 | 1 | 1 |
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