Product code RXSOL-98-9820-025
- Unit
- Kg
- Quantity per unit
- 25.00
Potassium carbonate sesquihydrate (K₂CO₃·1.5H₂O), also known as "potash hydrate," is a white, deliquescent salt that forms when potassium carbonate (K₂CO₃) crystallizes from solution, containing 1.5 molecules of water per formula unit.
Application
APPLICATION::
Chemical Reactions & Synthesis:
- Base in Reactions: Potassium carbonate sesquihydrate can act as a base in various chemical reactions, including cross-coupling reactions like the Suzuki coupling and Heck reactions.
- Sorbent for CO2 Removal: It can be used as a sorbent to remove CO2 from flue gas in precombustion processes.
- Analytical Chemistry: In analytical chemistry, it is used as a reagent for various reactions, including carbonyl compound synthesis.
- pH Regulation: Its ability to maintain pH levels makes it valuable in biochemical applications, ensuring optimal conditions for enzymatic reactions.