Potassium Acetate NEW

1. Product Identification

• Product Name: Potassium Acetate

• Chemical Formula: C₂H₃KO₂

• Molecular Weight: 98.14 g/mol

• CAS Number: 127-08-2

• EINECS Number: 204-822-2

• HS Code: 291529

2. Description

Potassium Acetate is the potassium salt of acetic acid. It appears as a white crystalline powder or granules, highly soluble in water and hygroscopic in nature.

• Industrial Grade: Used as a deicing agent, in drilling fluids, and in industrial chemical processes.

• Food Grade: Functions as a preservative, pH control agent, and buffering agent in food and beverages.

3. Specifications

Food Grade (FCC / E261)

4. Applications

Food Grade

• Preservative and pH regulator in processed foods

• Buffering agent in beverages and sauces

• Ingredient in bakery products to enhance shelf life

• E-number: E261

Industrial Grade

• Runway and road deicing agent (low corrosion alternative to chloride salts)

• Drilling fluids additive for the oil & gas industry

• Heat transfer fluids in industrial systems

• Catalyst in polyester production

5. Packaging

• Food Grade: 25 kg kraft paper bags with polyethylene liner, 1000 kg jumbo bags, or customized packaging.

• Industrial Grade: 25 kg woven bags, 1000 kg jumbo bags, or bulk.

6. Storage & Handling

• Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from moisture.

• Keep containers tightly closed to avoid caking and moisture absorption.

• Use clean, food-grade containers for food-grade material.

7. Shelf Life

• Food Grade: 24 months under recommended storage conditions.

• Industrial Grade: 12–24 months depending on storage conditions.

8. Safety Information

• Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous under normal use.

• Avoid inhalation of dust; use personal protective equipment in industrial settings.

• Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for detailed safety and first-aid measures.