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Potassium Carbonate
Product summary
Potassium carbonate is a product made by a reaction between liquid caustic potash (our product) and carbon dioxide, followed by filtration and then drying.
AGC Chemicals has production plants in Japan and Thailand.
Features
Displays alkalinity when dissolved in water
Generic name: Potassium carbonate
Chemical formula: K2CO3
(Reaction) 2KOH + CO2 > K2CO3 Potassium carbonate + H2O
CSCL Number 1-153
Industrial Safety and Health Act Number 1-153
CAS NO 584-08-7
Main uses
Production of glass (Braun tubes, optical glass), soap, lye water, photography, potassium salt, etc.
Packing
We have 25kg paper bags and 1,000kg flexible container bags, etc.
Moreover, we have chemical tank trucks that carry liquid product in aqueous solution as well as 280kg drum cans.
Physical Properties
Potassium Carbonate | |
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Appearance | Powder |
Color | White |
Odor | Odorless |
Boiling point | Decomposition |
Melting point | 891°C |
Density | 2.29g/cm3 |
Warnings for use
Please wear protective googles, gas mask and gloves.
Please store in a cool, dry location with good ventilation.
Please keep container sealed when not using to prevent deliquescence.
Production plant
■ AGC Inc. (Japan) Chiba Plant
■ AGC VINYTHAI PLC. (Thailand) Map Ta Phut Plant-2
Other
*Please refer to the SDS for more detailed product information.