Description
POTASSIUM ACETATE SALT
Anhydrous | IP • LR • AR Grades
Potassium Acetate is a potassium salt of acetic acid, available in Anhydrous form. It is a white, crystalline, deliquescent compound that is freely soluble in water and exhibits a mildly alkaline pH in solution. Aaru Life Science supplies Potassium Acetate in multiple pharmacopoeial and laboratory grades including IP, LR, and AR, ensuring suitability across a wide range of pharmaceutical, analytical, and industrial applications. Each batch is manufactured under strict quality control and is compliant with the respective pharmacopoeial standards, making it a reliable choice for formulators, researchers, and industrial users alike.
📘 IP Grade
🧪 LR Grade
🔬 AR Grade
🧪 LR Grade
🔬 AR Grade
🧾 1. Product Identification
| Product Name | Potassium Acetate Salt (Anhydrous) |
|---|---|
| Other Names | Potassium Ethanoate, Acetic Acid Potassium Salt |
| Chemical Formula | CH₃COOK |
| CAS Number | 127-08-2 |
| Molecular Weight | 98.14 g/mol |
| Grade | IP / LR / AR |
| HS Code | 29152100 |
⚗️ 2. Physical & Chemical Properties
| Appearance | White crystalline powder / granules |
|---|---|
| Odour | Slight acetic acid odour |
| Melting Point | 292°C |
| Boiling Point | Decomposes above 400°C |
| Density | 1.57 g/cm³ |
| pH (5% solution) | 7.5 – 9.0 |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water; slightly soluble in ethanol |
📐 3. Grade-wise Specifications
| Parameter | IP | LR (Lab Reagent) | AR (Analytical) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assay (dry basis) | 99.0 – 101.0% | ≥ 99.0% | ≥ 99.5% |
| Chloride (Cl) | ≤ 0.005% | ≤ 0.01% | ≤ 0.001% |
| Sulphate (SO₄) | ≤ 0.005% | ≤ 0.01% | ≤ 0.001% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 20 ppm | ≤ 5 ppm |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 20 ppm | ≤ 5 ppm |
| Sodium (Na) | ≤ 0.02% | ≤ 0.05% | ≤ 0.01% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 1.0% | ≤ 1.0% | ≤ 1.0% |
| Appearance of Solution | Clear & colourless | Clear | Clear & colourless |
🧪 4. Applications & Uses
💊 Pharmaceutical formulations potassium supplement and buffering agent
🧪 Buffer solutions preparation of acetate buffers for laboratory & analytical work
🍽️ Food industry food preservative and acidity regulator (E261)
❄️ De-icing agent eco-friendly runway and road de-icer
🧵 Textile industry dyeing and finishing processes
⚗️ Analytical chemistry preparation of reagents and standard solutions
🔥 Fire extinguishers active ingredient in Class K / wet chemical fire suppressants
🌾 Agriculture fertiliser and soil conditioner
🩸 Dialysis fluids component in electrolyte solutions
💧 Water treatment pH adjustment and buffering
🏚️ 5. Storage & Handling
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area. Keep away from moisture, heat sources and strong acids. Product is hygroscopic — keep container tightly closed. |
|---|---|
| Shelf Life | 3 years from date of manufacture in original sealed packaging. |
| Hazard Classification | Non-hazardous. Not classified as dangerous goods for transport. |
| Regulatory Status | Compliant with IP pharmacopoeia. GRAS (Generally Recognised As Safe) status. |
| Documents Available | Certificate of Analysis (COA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) available on request. |
✅ Aaru Life Science Trusted Potassium Acetate Supplier (IP/LR/AR) | COA & MSDS available on request
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