Potassium Acetate

Potassium Acetate
  • CAS No.:127-08-2
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Potassium Acetate Basic information
Description References
Product Name:Potassium Acetate
Synonyms:Potassium acetate 99.98% trace metals basis, ~100 ppm Rb, <50 ppm Cs;Potassium acetate ACS reagent, >=99.0%;Potassium acetate anhydrous, free-flowing, Redi-Dri(TM), ACS reagent, >=99.0%;Potassium acetate puriss. p.a., >=99% (perchloric acid titration);Potassium acetate puriss., meets analytical specification of Ph. Eur., BP, E261, 99-101%;Potassium acetate ReagentPlus(R), >=99.0%;Potassium acetate Vetec(TM) reagent grade, 99%;EPA608-PERFORMANCE CHECK SOLUTION
CAS:127-08-2
MF:C2H3KO2
MW:98.14
EINECS:204-822-2
Product Categories:AlphabeticalMolecular Biology;Biological Buffers;BioUltra Buffers;BioUltraBiological Buffers;Buffer SolutionsProtein Structural Analysis;Molecular Biology Reagents;Alphabetical Listings;Flavors and Fragrances;O-P;Optimization Reagents;X-Ray Crystallography;Food additives;Food additive;other chemicals;metal acetate salt;strongest trimerization catalyst;buffer, corrective, preservative, color protection;127-08-2
Mol File:127-08-2.mol
Potassium Acetate Chemical Properties
Melting point 292 °C
density 1.57 g/cm3 at 25 °C (lit.)
refractive index n20/D 1.370
FEMA 2920 | POTASSIUM ACETATE
Fp >250℃
storage temp. room temp
solubility H2O: 1 M at 20 °C, clear, colorless
form Solid
pka4.756[at 20 ℃]
Specific Gravity1.57
color White to light brown
OdorOdorless
PH Range7 - 9 at 98.2 g/l at 25 °C
PH7.87(1 mM solution);8.33(10 mM solution);8.75(100 mM solution);9.06(1000 mM solution)
Water Solubility 2694 g/L (25 ºC)
Sensitive Hygroscopic
λmaxλ: 260 nm Amax: 0.04λ: 280 nm Amax: 0.02
Hydrolytic Sensitivity0: forms stable aqueous solutions
Merck 14,7605
BRN 3595449
Stability:Stability Deliquescent. Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
InChIKeySCVFZCLFOSHCOH-UHFFFAOYSA-M
LogP-3.72
CAS DataBase Reference127-08-2(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry ReferencePotassium acetate(127-08-2)
EPA Substance Registry SystemPotassium acetate (127-08-2)
Safety Information
Hazard Codes Xi,T
Risk Statements 36/37/38-25-23/24/25-21
Safety Statements 26-36-24/25-45-36/37/39
WGK Germany 1
RTECS AJ3325000
Hazard Note Hygroscopic
TSCA Yes
HS Code 29159000
ToxicityLD50 orally in rats: 3.25 g/kg, H. F. Smyth et al., Am. Ind. Hyg. Assoc. J. 30, 470 (1969)
MSDS Information
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Potassium Acetate Usage And Synthesis
DescriptionPotassium acetate is the potassium salt of acetic acid. It is manufactured through the reaction between a potassium base such as potassium hydroxide or potassium carbonate with acetic acid. It is an important macromineral with many physiological functions and is required for nerve conduction, cardiac, skeletal and smooth muscle contraction, energy generation, nucleic acid synthesis as well as mainlining the blood pressure and normal renal function. It can be taken as a nutritional supplement with antihypertensive effects and prevention effects against hypokalemia. It has several other common applications: (1) as a deicer; (2) as a food additive; (3) molecular biology applications such as DNA purification, tissue preservation, fixation and mummification; (4) Death penalty (5) as the catalyst during the production of polyurethanes.
Referenceshttps://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Potassium_acetate#section=Top https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Potassium_acetate
DescriptionPotassium acetate (CH3CO2K) is the potassium salt of acetic acid.
Chemical PropertiesPotassium acetate, KC2H302, is a white, deliquescent solid, soluble in water and alcohol, insoluble in ether, that melts at 292°C. It is used as an analytical reagent, dehydrating agent, in medicine, and in crystal glass manufacture.
Chemical PropertiesPure potassium acetate is odorless or has a faint acetic odor and a saline taste.
Uses1) Potassium acetate, crystalline powder, USP is, as its name suggests, the potassium salt of acetic acid and is used as a catalyst for producing polyurethanes2) In the food industry it is used as a food additive, an acidity regulator and a preservative
UsesUsed as buffers.
UsesPotassium acetate is used in the manufacture of glass; as a softening agent for papers and textiles; as a dehydrating agent; and as a buffer. In medicine it is used as an expectorant and diuretic.
UsesPotassium acetate was originally used in the preparation of Cadet's fuming liquid, the first organometallic compound produced. It is used as diuretic and urinary alkaliser, and acts by changing the physical properties of the body fluids and by functioning as an alkali after absortion.
ApplicationPotassium acetate is used as a catalyst in the production of polyurethanes.Potassium acetate can be used as a deicer instead of chloride salts such as calcium chloride or magnesium chloride. It offers the advantage of being less aggressive on soils and much less corrosive, and for this reason is preferred for airport runways. It is, however, more expensive. Potassium acetate is also the extinguishing agent used in class K fire extinguishers because of its ability to cool and form a crust over burning oils.3 – 1 - Food additive Potassium acetate is used as a food additive as a preservative and acidity regulator. In the European Union, it is labeled by the E number E261 ; it is also approved for usage in the USA and Australia and New Zealand. Potassium diacetate (CAS # 4251-29-0) with formula KH(O2CCH3)2 is a related food additive with the same E number as potassium acetate. 3 – 2 - Medicine and biochemistry In medicine, potassium acetate is used as part of replacement protocols in the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis because of its ability to break down into bicarbonate and help neutralize the acidotic state. In molecular biology, potassium acetate is used to precipitate dodecyl sulfate (DS) and DS-bound proteins, allowing the removal of proteins from DNA. It is also used as a salt for the ethanol precipitation of DNA.
PreparationPotassium Acetate can be prepared by treating a potassium-containing base such as potassium hydroxide or potassium carbonate with acetic acid: 2 CH3COOH + K2CO3→ 2 CH3CO2K + CO2 + H2O This sort of reaction is known as an acid-base neutralization reaction. Potassium acetate is the salt that forms along with water as acetic acid and potassium hydroxide are neutralized together. Conditions/substances to avoid are: moisture, heat, flames, ignition sources, and strong oxidizing agents.
PreparationPotassium acetate is prepared by addition of potassium carbonate in a small volume of water to acetic acid solution, followed by evaporation and crystallization: K2CO3+ 2CH3COOH →2CH3COOK + H2O
DefinitionChEBI: A potassium salt comprising equal numbers of potassium and acetate ions
General DescriptionPotassium acetate is generally used as an acidity regulator, buffer, preservative and firming agent.
Flammability and ExplosibilityNonflammable

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