Molecular formula: K2CO3
Main properties: white powder or crystalline particles. It is easy to dissolve in water, alkaline, hygroscopic and caking.
Uses: mainly used in the production of pharmaceutical intermediates.
Potassium carbonate for industrial use (GB / t1587-2000)
| Index name | Superior products | First Grade | Qualified products | Color TV grade | |
| Potassium carbonate (K2CO3) | Content % ≥ | 99.00 | 98.50 | 96.00 | 99.00 |
| Chloride (KCl) | Content %≤ | 0.01 | 0.10 | 0.20 | 0.03 |
| Sulfur compounds (calculated as k2co4) | Content %≤ | 0.01 | 0.10 | 0.15 | 0.04 |
| Iron (FE) | Content %≤ | 0.001 | 0.003 | 0.010 | 0.001 |
| Water insoluble substance | Content %≤ | 0.02 | 0.05 | 0.10 | 0.04 |
| Ignition vector | Content %≤ | 0.60 | 1.00 | 1.00 | 0.80 |
Package: outer woven bag or paper plastic composite bag, lined with plastic bag, net weight 25 / 50 / 1000kg
Storage and transportation: store in ventilated and dry warehouse. It should not be stored in the shed or in the open air. Attention should be paid to moisture-proof. During transportation and loading and unloading, rain proof measures shall be taken to ensure dryness and package free from damage and contamination. Do not store and transport with acids. In case of fire, water can be used.
