Description

Oxalic Acid, Potassium Salt is a white, crystalline salt of oxalic acid, widely recognized for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and analytical reagent. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to act as a reducing agent and a source of oxalate ions in various industrial processes. This compound is essential for manufacturers and laboratories in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, textiles, and metal treatment, where precise chemical control is required. The product is supplied under strict quality control to ensure consistency and reliability for your applications.

Application

• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a primary standard in titrations and as a reagent in analytical procedures.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate or precipitating agent in the manufacturing of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Textile & Leather Processing: Acts as a mordant and bleaching agent in dyeing and finishing processes.
• Metal Cleaning & Treatment: Employed in metal surface treatment and rust removal formulations.
• Laboratory Research: Utilized in biochemical and chemical research as a source of oxalate ions.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Functions as a precursor or additive in the production of other fine chemicals and catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oxalic Acid, Potassium Salt
CAS No.	10043-22-8
Molecular Formula	C2HO4K
Molecular Weight	128.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Oxalate; Potassium Ethanedioate; Dipotassium Oxalate; Oxalic Acid Dipotassium Salt; Ethanedioic Acid, Dipotassium Salt; K-Oxalate; Dipotassium Ethanedioate; Oxalate of Potash
EINECS	233-132-7

Quality Control

Our Oxalic Acid, Potassium Salt is manufactured under a quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency. The product undergoes rigorous testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profile analysis, to meet the specifications required for industrial and laboratory use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with each shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 99.0%
pH (5% solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.02%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.