Potassium Acetate | Formula: C2H3O2K

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Product Name:
Potassium Acetate
Molecular Formula:
C2H3O2K
Molecular Weight:
98.14 g/mol
CAS No.:
127-08-2
HSN Code:
29152910
CID Code:
517044
Shelf Life:
3 years - 20°C powder
ATC Code (WHO)
B05XA17
DrugBank ID
DB14498
ChemSpider ID
29104
UNII No.
M911911U02

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IUPAC Names
Synonyms
MSDS

USP of Potassium Acetate

Potassium acetate is considered an environmentally friendly deicer. It is less toxic to plants, aquatic life, and soil compared to other deicing agents.
One of its main advantages is that it is less harmful to the environment and less corrosive to infrastructure.

IUPAC Names of Potassium Acetate

potassium;acetate
Potassium ethanoate

Synonyms of Potassium Acetate

Potassium acetate
Diuretic salt
Acetic Acid, Potassium Salt
Potassium ethanoate
potassium;acetate
Acetic acid, potassium salt
Potassium acetates
Acetic acid potassium salt
Potassium acetate in plastic container
Acetic acid (potassium 99%)
Potassium acetate, for molecular biology
potassiumacetate
C2H3KO2
Potassium acetate
potasium acetate
potassium acetat
Acetate, Potassium
potassium acetate ion
CH3COOK
Potassium Acetate, biochemical grade
CAS-127-08-2
Potassium acetate, Trace metals grade 99.98%

MSDS of Potassium Acetate

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First Aid Measures

Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact: Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. Get medical attention.
Most important symptoms and effects: No information available.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically

Fire-Fighting Measures

Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam.
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical: Dust can form an explosive mixture with air. Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO2). Potassium oxides.
Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance form: Crystalline powder
Color: White
Taste: Saline and slightly alkaline test
Odour: Odourless or faint acetous odour
Solubility: Very soluble in water, freely soluble in alchohol
pH (1 in 20 solution): 7.5 – 8.5
Molecular weight: 98.15gm/mol.
Other safety information: No data available

Stability and Reactivity

Reactive Hazard: None known, based on information available
Stability: Hygroscopic. Absorbs moisture from air and becomes liquid.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible products. Excess heat. Avoid dust formation. Exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO2), Potassium oxides
Hazardous Polymerization Incompatibilities: Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
Hazardous Reactions: None under normal processing.

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Description of Potassium Acetate

Potassium Acetate is a potassium salt of acetic acid with the chemical formula CH₃CO₂K. It is also called Diuretic salt or Potassium ethanoate, or Acetic acid potassium salt. It is an essential macro-mineral and a potassium salt which consists of an equal number of acetate and potassium ions”.

Application of Potassium Acetate

Used as an electrolyte replacement in medical treatment of hypokalemia, which is a condition characterized by low potassium levels in the blood. It is also used as deicing.
Acts as a flavor enhancer and help to enhance the taste and flavor of certain foods and drinks.