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Potassium formate, 99% (water less than 2%), Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Potassium formate acts as an intermediate in the formate potash process for the production of potassium. It is a deicing salt for used on roads. It serves as a corrosion inhibitor, an anti-scaling agent, a functional fluid, a processing aid and used in petroleum production.
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Potassium formate acts as an intermediate in the formate potash process for the production of potassium. It is a deicing salt for used on roads. It serves as a corrosion inhibitor, an anti-scaling agent, a functional fluid, a processing aid and used in petroleum production.
Solubility
Soluble in water and alcohol. Insoluble in ether.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Melting Point | 165°C to 168°C |
Density | 1.91 |
Assay Percent Range | 99% |
Quantity | 250 g |
Beilstein | 3623272 |
Sensitivity | Very Hygroscopic |
Merck Index | 14,7633 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water and alcohol; Insoluble in ether. |
Formula Weight | 84.12 |
Percent Purity | 99% |
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Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H315-H319-H335 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H315-H319-H335 |
Precautionary Statement | P261-P264b-P271-P280-P302+P352-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P312-P332+P313-P362-P501c |
EINECSNumber | 209-677-9 |
RTECSNumber | LQ9625000 |
TSCA | Yes |
storageNote1 | Hygroscopic |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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