Potassium Sulphate

Synonym(s)

: Dipotassium sulfate, sulfuric acid dipotassium salt

Mol. Formula

: K2SO4

EC / List no.

: 231-915-5

CAS no.

: 7778-80-5

Molecular weight

: 174,26

Potassium sulfate is a potassium salt. It has the appearance of colorless or white crystals. It has widespread use in agriculture.

Application

» This substance is used in the following products: fertilizers and plant protection products.
» Used in machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints, coatings or adhesives, fragrances, air fresheners, removal of fabrics, textiles and interior paints.

Product Specifications

Physical and Chemical Properties
» Appears as colorless or white crystals.
» It is odorless and has a hard, bitter, salty taste.

Properties

Characteristics	Unit	Value	Condition
Melting point	°C	1607
Boiling point	°C	1689
Density	g/cm³	2.66	20 °C
Solubility	g/ L	120	25 °C, soluble with water
pH		5.5- 8.5	5% solution
Refractive index		1.494