Potassium acetate, GR 99%+

Name: Potassium acetate, GR 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-013984

About Potassium acetate, GR 99%+

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Potassium acetate (AR grade), an alkali metal compound registered under CAS number 127-08-2, specified at ≥99% purity. Its molecular formula is C2H3KO2 and its molecular weight is 98.14 g/mol. Alternative names: Diuretic salt and Potassium ethanoate.

The material typically appears as a white powder or crystalline powder. Literature values give a density of 1.57 g/cm3 at 25 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span materials research and chemical synthesis. It is used across academic and industrial research.

We offer Potassium acetate in 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Materials research
Chemical synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Potassium acetate, GR 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-013984
CAS Number	127-08-2
IUPAC name	potassium acetate
Molecular formula	C₂H₃KO₂
Molecular weight	98.14 g/mol
Exact mass	97.977
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29152990
InChIKey	SCVFZCLFOSHCOH-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	CC(=O)[O-].[K+]
PubChem CID	517044

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White powder or crystalline powder
Density	1.57 g/cm3 at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	40.1 Å²
Synonyms	Diuretic salt, Potassium ethanoate, Acetic acid, potassium salt (1:1), Octan draselny, Kali aceticum, Potassium acetates, Potassium acetate in plastic container, INS NO.261, INS-261, INS-261(I), Acetate, Potassium

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 127-08-2

Extra Pure

Potassium acetate, 99%

CAS: 127-08-2
Formula: C₂H₃KO₂
MW: 98.14 g/mol

VQ-013983

Cell Culture

Potassium acetate, cell culture tested

CAS: 127-08-2
Formula: C₂H₃KO₂
MW: 98.14 g/mol

VQ-046636

Molecular Biology

Potassium acetate, for molecular biology, 99%

CAS: 127-08-2
Formula: C₂H₃KO₂
MW: 98.14 g/mol

VQ-003388

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Potassium acetate, GR 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Potassium acetate, GR 99%+ is 127-08-2. It is also known as Diuretic salt, Potassium ethanoate, Acetic acid, potassium salt (1:1).

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Potassium acetate, GR 99%+?

Potassium acetate, GR 99%+ has the molecular formula C2H3KO2 and a molecular weight of 98.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is potassium acetate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Potassium acetate, GR 99%+ can I order?

We supply Potassium acetate, GR 99%+ in AR (≥99%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Potassium acetate, GR 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Potassium acetate, GR 99%+ is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Potassium acetate, GR 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Potassium acetate, GR 99%+ is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.