P1222

Potassium acetate

meets USP testing specifications

• Linear Formula: CH₃COOK
• CAS Number: 127-08-2
• Molecular Weight: 98.14
• Beilstein: 3595449
• EC Number: 204-822-2
• MDL number: MFCD00012458
• UNSPSC Code: 12161900
• PubChem Substance ID: 24898173
• NACRES: NA.21

Properties

• Agency: USP/NF; meets USP testing specifications
• Quality Level: 200
• Assay: 99.0-100.5%
• form: crystalline
• pH: 7.0-9 (25 °C, 98.2 g/L)
• solubility: H₂O: soluble 98.2 g/L at 20 °C, colorless
• density: 1.57 g/cm³ at 25 °C (lit.)
• application(s): pharmaceutical (small molecule)
• SMILES string: [K+].CC([O-])=O
• InChI: 1S/C2H4O2.K/c1-2(3)4;/h1H3,(H,3,4);/q;+1/p-1
• InChI key: SCVFZCLFOSHCOH-UHFFFAOYSA-M

Description

Application

• Study on the Freeze-Thaw Resistance of Concrete Pavements in Seasonally Frozen Regions.: This research examines the effectiveness of potassium acetate as a de-icing agent for concrete pavements, highlighting its role in improving the durability and longevity of infrastructure in cold climates. The study emphasizes the chemical′s ability to mitigate the adverse effects of freeze-thaw cycles on concrete (Zhao R et al., 2024).


• Optimization of Spore Production in Bacillus coagulans Using Response Surface Methodology Approach.: Highlighting the use of potassium acetate as a nutrient source in microbial cultures, this study details the optimization of growth conditions for Bacillus coagulans. The research provides insights into maximizing spore production for various biotechnological applications (Mirmajidi SH et al., 2024).


• Gene Expression of Ethanol and Acetate Metabolic Pathways in the Acinetobacter baumannii EmaSR Regulon.: Investigating the metabolic role of potassium acetate in bacterial physiology, this study examines how Acinetobacter baumannii utilizes this compound in its metabolic pathways. The research enhances understanding of bacterial adaptation and potential targets for antimicrobial strategies (Huang YW et al., 2024).


• Polyimide-Based Aqueous Potassium Energy Storage Systems Using Concentrated WiSE Electrolyte.: This article discusses the development of innovative energy storage systems using potassium acetate as a key component in electrolyte solutions. The study advances the field of energy storage technologies by demonstrating the electrolyte′s effectiveness in enhancing ionic conductivity and battery performance (Vardhini G et al., 2024).

Safety Information

• Storage Class Code: 13 - Non Combustible Solids
• WGK: WGK 1
• Flash Point(F): Not applicable
• Flash Point(C): Not applicable
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves