Potassium Carbonate K2CO3, CAS No 584-08-7 White Granular Potassium
Carbonate for Tableware Making
1. Potassium Carbonate K2CO3 Introduction
Potassium carbonate is a inorganic compound substance with chemical
formula K2CO3 and molecular weight of 138.206. It is a white
crystalline powder with a density of 2.428g/cm3 and a melting point
of 891 ℃. It is easily soluble in water, and the aqueous solution
is alkaline. It is insoluble in ethanol. Potassium carbonate has
strong hygroscopicity. When exposed to the air, it can absorb
carbon dioxide and water, which can be converted into potassium
bicarbonate. We have exported potassium carbonate to mainly
countries such as Mexico, Kazakhstan, Egypt, etc.
Potassium Carbonate K2CO3 Parameters
Product Name | Potassium Carbonate K2CO3 for Glassware Production |
Chemical Formula | K2CO3 |
Cas No | 584-08-7 |
Einecs No | 209-529-3 |
HS Code | 2836400000 |
M.W | 138.21 |
Appearance | white powder or granular |
Packing | 25kgs/50kgs/1000kgs |
Application | tableware making |
2. Potassium Carbonate K2CO3 Specifications
UNID Potassium Carbonate K2CO3 Specifications
Item | Results |
K2CO3 | 99.88% |
Fe | 1.08ppm |
KCL | 0.0082% |
k2SO4 | 0.0086% |
Ig-Loss | 0.2% |
Water Insoluble | 0.003% |
3. Potassium Carbonate K2CO3 Applications
Potassium carbonate is a versatile chemical substance, whose main
uses include:
1. Food industry: Potassium carbonate is used as a leavening agent
in food, which can improve the color and flavor of food. At the
same time, as an alkaline agent and dough improver, it helps to
inhibit the sourness of noodles and is suitable for noodle food.
2. Chemical industry: Potassium carbonate is a raw material used in
the production of electronic tubes, television tubes, and computer
display glass shells. It is also used in the production of optical
glass to improve transparency, strength, and refractive index.
3. Pharmaceutical industry: Potassium carbonate is used to produce
products such as foam alkali, polyester, electroplating, leather
making, ceramics, building materials, crystals, and
pharmaceuticals.
4. Agricultural application: Agricultural grade potassium carbonate
is a thermal quick acting fertilizer that contains abundant
potassium and other trace elements, which can promote plant growth
and improve disease and pest resistance. We have several Mexican
customers who use potassium carbonate for fertilizer.
5. Other uses: Potassium carbonate is also used as a gas adsorbent,
dry powder fire extinguishing agent, rubber anti-aging agent, and
has applications in removing carbon dioxide from fertilizer
synthesis gas.
4. Functions in Tableware Making
The application of potassium carbonate K2CO3 in tableware making is
mainly reflected in the following aspects:
1. Enhancing the hardness and luster of glaze: In the production process of ceramic tableware, potassium
carbonate K2CO3 acts as a glass forming agent and participates in
the glass reaction in the glaze, which can increase the hardness
and luster of the ceramic glaze, making the tableware more durable
and beautiful.
2. Adjusting acidity and alkalinity: Potassium carbonate K2CO3 can also serve as a pH regulator in the
manufacturing of ceramic tableware, helping to adjust the acidity
and alkalinity of the glaze, thereby improving the quality and
appearance of the glaze surface.
3. Enhance adhesion and color vividness: During the printing and dyeing process, potassium carbonate K2CO3
acts as a mordant, which can enhance the adhesion and color
vividness of dyes, making the appearance of tableware more
beautiful.
5. Potassium Carbonate K2CO3 Pictures
6. Packing and Shipping