Potassium Acetate

Product Description:Potassium Acetate

Potassium Acetate (CH₃COOK) is a white crystalline powder or granule, known for its high solubility and stability. It is the potassium salt of acetic acid and serves as a versatile reagent in pharmaceutical formulations, laboratory applications, and industrial processes.
Potassium Acetate is widely used as a buffering agent, catalyst, and de-icing compound. In laboratories, it plays a vital role in biochemical and analytical procedures.

 

Key Features

• Chemical Name: Potassium Acetate
  • Chemical Formula: CH₃COOK
  • CAS Number: 127-08-2
  • Molecular Weight: 98.14 g/mol
  • Appearance: White crystalline powder or granules
  • Odor: Odorless
  • Melting Point: ~292 °C (decomposes)
  • Solubility: Freely soluble in water, ethanol, and methanol
  • pH (5% Solution): 7.5 – 9.0

Applications

• Pharmaceutical Industry

• Used as a buffering and electrolyte agent in drug formulations
• Serves as a source of potassium in intravenous and oral preparations

• Laboratory & Research Use

• Common reagent in DNA precipitation and biochemical assays
• Employed in analytical chemistry for buffer and salt solutions

• Industrial Applications

• Used in textile processing and catalyst formulations
• Applied as a de-icing agent on runways and pavements due to its low corrosiveness

• Food Industry (Regulated Use)

• Functions as a preservative and acidity regulator (E261) under controlled conditions

Safety & Handling

• Low Toxicity, but may cause mild irritation upon contact.
  • Precautions: Avoid inhalation of dust; use gloves and protective eyewear during handling.
  • Storage: Store in tightly closed containers, in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Why Choose Potassium Acetate?

• High-Purity Industrial & Laboratory Grade Material
  • Excellent Solubility and Buffering Capacity
  • Environmentally Friendly De-Icing Alternative
  • Reliable Quality and Consistent Performance

Price in Bangladesh

Available in various packaging sizes at competitive rates. Bulk order discounts are provided for pharmaceutical, industrial, and research sectors.

Where to Buy

Potassium Acetate can be obtained from reputable chemical suppliers and laboratory distributors throughout Bangladesh.

Why Buy from M/S Bright Scientific Co.?

• Trusted Supplier: Serving pharmaceuticals, research labs, and industries
  • Affordable Pricing: Discounts for institutional and bulk orders
  • Fast Delivery: Safe and timely distribution across Bangladesh
  • Custom Packaging: Provided according to laboratory or industrial needs

Contact Information

M/S Bright Scientific Co.
📞 Phone: 01711285976