Potassium carbonate, anhydrous, free-flowing… 584-08-7

Name: Potassium carbonate, anhydrous, free-flowing ≥99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014004

About Potassium carbonate, anhydrous, free-flowing ≥99%

Listed under CAS 584-08-7, Potassium carbonate is an alkali metal compound available from Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of ≥99%. Formula CK2O3, molecular weight 138.21 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is dipotassium. Carbonate. Alternative names: Dipotassium carbonate and Carbonate of potash.

In its supplied form it is white powder or crystals. Reported physical data include 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. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and molecular biology workflows. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg and 2.5 kg packs, Potassium carbonate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Molecular biology workflows

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Potassium carbonate, anhydrous, free-flowing ≥99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-014004
CAS Number	584-08-7
IUPAC name	dipotassium;carbonate
Molecular formula	CK₂O₃
Molecular weight	138.21 g/mol
Exact mass	137.9122
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	28364000
InChIKey	BWHMMNNQKKPAPP-UHFFFAOYSA-L
SMILES	C(=O)([O-])[O-].[K+].[K+]
PubChem CID	11430

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White powder or crystals
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

Extra Pure

Potassium carbonate, 99%

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

VQ-014001

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, anhydrous, free-flowing ≥99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Potassium carbonate, anhydrous, free-flowing ≥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, anhydrous, free-flowing ≥99%?

Potassium carbonate, anhydrous, free-flowing ≥99% has the molecular formula CK2O3 and a molecular weight of 138.21 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Potassium carbonate, anhydrous, free-flowing ≥99% can I order?

We supply Potassium carbonate, anhydrous, free-flowing ≥99% in (≥99%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg, 2.5 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Potassium carbonate, anhydrous, free-flowing ≥99%?

Yes. Every lot of Potassium carbonate, anhydrous, free-flowing ≥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, anhydrous, free-flowing ≥99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Potassium carbonate, anhydrous, free-flowing ≥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.