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Potassium Carbonate from PEQUINSA CHEMICAL is a high-quality technical grade compound known for its excellent purity level of 99.5%. This substance appears as white granules and is an essential chemical used in various industries due to its versatile properties.
Chemical Properties:
Molecular Formula: K2CO3 Molecular Weight: 138.21 g/mol Solubility: Highly soluble in water, insoluble in alcohol pH: Alkaline, typically ranges from 11 to 12 in a 1% solutionApplications:
**Glass Manufacturing**: Potassium carbonate is used to boost the strength and durability of glass, especially in producing TV tubes and optical glasses. **Soap and Detergents**: It serves as an efficient softening agent in liquid soaps and other personal care products, enhancing cleansing capabilities. **Food Industry**: Commonly used as a buffering agent, potassium carbonate helps in the preparation of cocoa and provides ideal conditions for fermentation in brewing. **Fire Extinguishers**: It’s an essential component in fire extinguishers due to its excellent fire-extinguishing properties. **Chemical Fertilizer**: With its ability to adjust pH levels, it helps in providing an optimum growth environment for plants. **Specialty Chemicals**: Acts as a catalyst in certain chemical reactions, thereby enhancing efficiency and yields. **Pharmaceuticals**: Utilized for its basicity to adjust pH in pharmaceutical applications. **Textile Processing**: Used as a mordant in dyeing and as a softening agent for textiles. **Biochemical Reagents**: Serves as a reagent for laboratory and research purposes. **Electronics**: Provides a conductive layer in electronic devices, crucial for manufacturing circuit boards.Key Features and Benefits:
**High Purity**: Ensures consistent performance across applications with minimal impurities. **Highly Soluble**: Rapid dissolution in water makes it easy to use in various formulations. **Versatile Use**: Compatible with numerous industrial processes, increasing its utility. **Cost-effective**: Offers economic benefits due to its efficiency and long shelf life. **Stability**: Maintains its quality over time with proper storage conditions.Common Uses:
**Food Additive**: As a stabilizer and pH-balancing agent. **Photographic Solutions**: Balances pH in film development processes. **Wine Making**: Assists in the iodine content regulation for better preservation. **Soft Drink Manufacturing**: Used in specific recipes for taste and acidity control. **Pottery Glazes**: Enhances luster and durability of ceramic glazes.Industries Served:
Glass Manufacturing, Personal Care, Food and Beverage, Agriculture, Chemical Processing.Potassium Carbonate by PEQUINSA CHEMICAL promises outstanding quality and consistency, making it an invaluable resource for businesses seeking reliability in their products. We offer competitive pricing and ready stock for seamless transactions. Reach out for a bespoke quotation to meet your business needs.
