Potassium carbonate, 99%

Name: Potassium carbonate, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014001

About Potassium carbonate, 99%

Potassium carbonate (CAS 584-08-7) is an alkali metal compound offered by Vaqora Chemicals (Extra Pure grade), specified at 99% purity. Formula CK2O3, molecular weight 138.21 g/mol. Systematically, it is named dipotassium. Carbonate. Common synonyms include Dipotassium carbonate and Carbonate of potash.

It is supplied as white to almost white powder or crystalline powder or chunks. Key physical data: a melting point of 891 °C and a density of 2.29 g/cm3 at 20 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include catalysis and materials research. It is used across academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Potassium carbonate in 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Catalysis
Materials research

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Potassium carbonate, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-014001
CAS Number	584-08-7
IUPAC name	dipotassium;carbonate
Molecular formula	CK₂O₃
Molecular weight	138.21 g/mol
Exact mass	137.9122
Grade	Extra Pure
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	28364000
InChIKey	BWHMMNNQKKPAPP-UHFFFAOYSA-L
SMILES	C(=O)([O-])[O-].[K+].[K+]
PubChem CID	11430

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to almost white powder or crystalline powder or chunks
Melting point	891 °C
Density	2.29 g/cm3 at 20 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	63.2 Å²
Synonyms	Dipotassium carbonate, Carbonate of potash, Potassium carbonate, anhydrous, Carbonic acid, dipotassium salt, Pearl ash, Salt of tartar, Kalium carbonicum, K-Gran, Potassium carbonate (K2CO3), K2CO3, Potassium carbonate (2:1), Potassium carbonate (K2(CO3))

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, 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 584-08-7

EP / AR

Potassium carbonate anhydrous, EP

CAS: 584-08-7
Formula: CK₂O₃
MW: 138.21 g/mol

VQ-047222

Puriss

Potassium carbonate, 99.8%

CAS: 584-08-7
Formula: CK₂O₃
MW: 138.21 g/mol

VQ-014002

Puriss

Potassium carbonate, 99.997%

CAS: 584-08-7
Formula: CK₂O₃
MW: 138.21 g/mol

VQ-014003

Potassium carbonate, anhydrous, free-flowing ≥99%

CAS: 584-08-7
Formula: CK₂O₃
MW: 138.21 g/mol

VQ-014004

AR

Potassium carbonate, GR 99.5%+

CAS: 584-08-7
Formula: CK₂O₃
MW: 138.21 g/mol

VQ-014005

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Potassium carbonate, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Potassium carbonate, 99% is 584-08-7. It is also known as Dipotassium carbonate, Carbonate of potash, Potassium carbonate, anhydrous.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Potassium carbonate, 99%?

Potassium carbonate, 99% has the molecular formula CK2O3 and a molecular weight of 138.21 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Potassium carbonate, 99% can I order?

We supply Potassium carbonate, 99% in Extra Pure (99%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Potassium carbonate, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Potassium carbonate, 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 carbonate, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Potassium carbonate, 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.