Potassium Acetate
- CAS Number
- 127-08-2
- HSN Code
- 29152990
- Molecular Formula
- C2H3KO2
- Catalogue Number
- AL3642
- Purity
- ≥ 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 98.14 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Potassium acetate is a potassium salt comprising equal numbers of potassium and acetate ions. It has a role as a food acidity regulator.
Also known as Acetic acid, potassium salt; Potassium ethanoate.
- Catalogue No.
- AL3642
- CAS Number
- 127-08-2
- Molecular Formula
- C2H3KO2
- Molecular Weight
- 98.14 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29152990
- Grade
- 99%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 292 °C; Density: 1.6 g/cm³; Solubility: Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20 °C: 256.
- Appearance
- White crystalline powder
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 gm plastic bottle, 5 Kg plastic container
- Storage
- Separated from strong acids and strong oxidants.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Potassium Acetate
- Catalogue No.
- AL3642
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 127-08-2
- EC Number
- 204-822-2
- Grade
- 99%
- EC Index Number
- 607-129-00-4
- Chemical Formula
- C2H3KO2
- HSN Code
- 29152990
- Synonyms
- Acetic acid, potassium salt; Potassium ethanoate
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- De-icing agent, buffer in biochemical applications
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Not classified as hazardous (majority of notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory)
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 517044 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- None required
- Signal word
- None
- Hazard statements
- None
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- None known
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Potassium Acetate
- CAS No.
- 127-08-2
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- Wash with soap and water. If irritation occurs, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- May cause mild irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Non-flammable; however, may decompose at high temperatures releasing toxic fumes.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and collect using appropriate methods. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from strong acids and strong oxidants.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Not required under normal conditions of use; use in well-ventilated areas.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White
- Odour
- Odourless
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- 7 (1M solution)
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- 292 °C
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- 400 °C
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not applicable
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Non-flammable
- Vapour pressure
- Not applicable
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not applicable
- Density
- 1.6 g/cm³
- Solubility
- Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20 °C: 256
- Log Pow
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not applicable
- Oxidising properties
- Not applicable
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions; avoid strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating and on contact with strong acids. This produces acetic acid fumes. Reacts violently with strong oxidants.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Not specified
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- Low toxicity; LD50 (oral, rat) > 2000 mg/kg.
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- Not classified as dangerous goods.
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- Not classified as dangerous goods.
- UN-No. (IATA)
- Not classified as dangerous goods.
- UN-No. (ADN)
- Not classified as dangerous goods.
- UN-No. (RID)
- Not classified as dangerous goods.
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Potassium Acetate
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Potassium Acetate
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Potassium Acetate
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Potassium Acetate
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Potassium Acetate
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- Not applicable
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IMDG)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IATA)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (ADN)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (RID)
- Not applicable
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Potassium acetate is widely used as a de-icing agent for roads and runways, providing an effective alternative to traditional chloride-based salts, which can be harmful to the environment. In addition to its de-icing properties, it is employed as a buffering agent in various biochemical applications, particularly in molecular biology where it helps maintain pH levels during experiments. It is also used in the food industry as a food preservative and flavoring agent, and in the production of certain pharmaceuticals. Furthermore, potassium acetate finds applications in the manufacture of textiles and as a component in some agricultural fertilizers.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL01220
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 98.14 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 99% | 99.5% |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| pH Value | 7 (1M solution) | 7.0 |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water | Freely soluble |
The above product is expected to comply with 99% grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99% | ≥ 99% | m.p. 292 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20 °C: 256 |
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