Potassium carbonate, GR 99.5%+

Name: Potassium carbonate, GR 99.5%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014005

About Potassium carbonate, GR 99.5%+

Potassium carbonate is an alkali metal compound in AR grade carrying the CAS registry number 584-08-7, specified at ≥99.5% purity. Formula CK2O3, molecular weight 138.21 g/mol. Systematically, it is named dipotassium. Carbonate. Alternative names: Carbonate of potash and Dipotassium carbonate.

In its supplied form it is a white powder to crystals or crystalline powder. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for protein and peptide research and materials research. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.

Available in 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, Potassium carbonate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Protein & peptide research
Materials research

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Potassium carbonate, GR 99.5%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-014005
CAS Number	584-08-7
IUPAC name	dipotassium;carbonate
Molecular formula	CK₂O₃
Molecular weight	138.21 g/mol
Exact mass	137.9122
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	≥99.5%
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 to crystals or crystalline powder
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	63.2 Å²
Synonyms	Carbonate of potash, Dipotassium carbonate, 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

Potassium carbonate, anhydrous, free-flowing ≥99%

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

VQ-014004

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Potassium carbonate, GR 99.5%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Potassium carbonate, GR 99.5%+ is 584-08-7. It is also known as Carbonate of potash, Dipotassium carbonate, Potassium carbonate, anhydrous.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Potassium carbonate, GR 99.5%+?

Potassium carbonate, GR 99.5%+ has the molecular formula CK2O3 and a molecular weight of 138.21 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Potassium carbonate, GR 99.5%+ can I order?

We supply Potassium carbonate, GR 99.5%+ in AR (≥99.5%) 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, GR 99.5%+?

Yes. Every lot of Potassium carbonate, GR 99.5%+ 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, GR 99.5%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Potassium carbonate, GR 99.5%+ 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.