Potassium formate, GR 99%+

Name: Potassium formate, GR 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014022

About Potassium formate, GR 99%+

Listed under CAS 590-29-4, Potassium formate is an alkali metal compound available from Vaqora Chemicals in AR grade at a purity of ≥99%. Its molecular formula is CHKO2 and its molecular weight is 84.12 g/mol. It is also known as Formic acid potassium salt or Formic acid, potassium salt.

In its supplied form it is a white crystalline powder. Key physical data: a melting point of 165-168 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for fine chemical synthesis and fuels and lubricants. It is used across academic and industrial research.

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

Typical applications

Fine chemical synthesis
Fuels & lubricants

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Potassium formate, GR 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-014022
CAS Number	590-29-4
IUPAC name	potassium formate
Molecular formula	CHKO₂
Molecular weight	84.12 g/mol
Exact mass	83.9614
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29151290
InChIKey	WFIZEGIEIOHZCP-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	C(=O)[O-].[K+]
PubChem CID	2735122

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Melting point	165-168 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	40.1 Å²
Synonyms	Formic acid potassium salt, Formic acid, potassium salt, Mravencan draselny, HCO2K, Potassiumformate, CHKO2, potassium formiate, Formic acid, potassium salt (1:1), Potassium formate, ReagentPlus(R), 99%, Potassium formate, BioUltra, >=99.0% (NT), Potassium formate, purum p.a., >=99.0% (NT)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264 + P265, P280, P305 + P351 + P338, P337 + P317

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 590-29-4

Synthesis

Potassium formate, 98%+

CAS: 590-29-4
Formula: CHKO₂
MW: 84.12 g/mol

VQ-014021

Frequently asked questions

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

The CAS Registry Number of Potassium formate, GR 99%+ is 590-29-4. It is also known as Formic acid potassium salt, Formic acid, potassium salt, Mravencan draselny.

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

Potassium formate, GR 99%+ has the molecular formula CHKO2 and a molecular weight of 84.12 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is potassium formate.

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

We supply Potassium formate, 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 formate, GR 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Potassium formate, 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 formate, GR 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Potassium formate, 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.