Carbonate of potassium 2836400000

Potassium carbonate (food additive E501, potassium carbonate, potash) is a fine-crystalline powder that is formed as a result of the interaction of carbon dioxide with a solution of potassium hydroxide.

General properties potassium carbonate

Potassium carbonate dissolves instantly in water, but absolutely does not dissolve in ethanol. Potassium carbonate melts at 891 ° C. The substance has a pronounced alkali taste and is odorless. The powder has a keratolytic and antimicrobial effect. Bactericidal is due to its alkaline properties. The higher the temperature of the solvent, the more pronounced its bactericidal properties.

Use of potassium carbonate

By its properties, potassium carbonate can act as a stabilizer, acidity regulator, baking powder, desiccant. It is used to create a homogeneous mixture of immiscible components - water and oil, water and fat.

In agriculture, the product is used as a fertilizer.

This compound is also used to disinfect horse hitching posts, livestock premises. The substance is added to ointments, liniment, anti-scab solutions to enhance the therapeutic effect of antiparasitic drugs.

Potassium carbonate is used in soap making, as well as in the production of liquid detergents.

In agriculture, the product is used as a fertilizer.

This compound is also used to disinfect horse hitching posts, livestock buildings. The substance is added to ointments, liniment, anti-scab solutions to enhance the therapeutic effect of antiparasitic drugs.

Potassium carbonate is used in soap making, as well as in the production of liquid detergents.

In agriculture, the product is used as a fertilizer.

This compound is also used to disinfect horse hitching posts and livestock buildings. The substance is added to ointments, liniment, anti-scab solutions to enhance the therapeutic effect of antiparasitic drugs.

Potassium carbonate is used in soap making, as well as in the production of liquid detergents.