Description

Iron Potassium Oxide is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula KFeO₂, representing a mixed oxide of iron and potassium. This material is valued for its role as a precursor and catalyst in various high-temperature and specialized chemical synthesis processes. It is primarily utilized by industries involved in advanced ceramics, glass manufacturing, and as a component in specific catalytic systems for organic transformations.

Application

• Ceramic & Glass Frits: Acts as a fluxing agent and colorant component in the production of specialty glasses and ceramic glazes.
• Chemical Synthesis Catalyst: Serves as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in select organic reactions, including oxidation and dehydrogenation processes.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used as a starting material or standard in inorganic chemistry research and analytical procedures.
• Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the formulation of certain inorganic pigments and corrosion-resistant coatings.
• Electrode Material Research: Investigated as a potential component in electrode materials for energy storage applications.
• Ferrite Production: Can be used as a precursor in the synthesis of specific potassium-containing ferrite materials with magnetic properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Iron Potassium Oxide
CAS No.	12160-30-4
Molecular Formula	KFeO₂
Molecular Weight	126.94 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Ferrite; Potassium Iron Oxide; Potassium metaferrite; Iron(III) Potassium Oxide; KFeO₂; Potassium Iron(III) Oxide
EINECS	235-326-6

Quality Control

Our Iron Potassium Oxide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous quality testing, including analysis of purity, metal content, and physical properties. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, maintaining an inert atmosphere (e.g., under argon or nitrogen) is recommended. Keep away from strong alkalis and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to black powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (KFeO₂)	≥ 95.0 %
Iron (Fe) Content	42.0 - 44.5 %
Potassium (K) Content	29.5 - 31.5 %
Loss on Ignition	≤ 2.0 %
Particle Size (D50)	< 10 µm (or as specified)

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