Description

Potassium Pentaborate Octahydrate, 97 is a high-purity inorganic borate salt with the chemical formula K2B10O16·8H2O. This compound serves as a critical source of both potassium and boron, essential for specialized industrial and research applications requiring controlled release and high chemical stability. It is primarily utilized in the formulation of specialty glasses, ceramics, and as a component in analytical chemistry and flame retardant systems.

Application

• As a fluxing agent and component in the manufacture of specialty optical and borosilicate glasses.
• In the production of high-strength, heat-resistant ceramics and enamels.
• As a source of boron and potassium in the formulation of specialized fertilizers and micronutrient supplements for agriculture.
• As a chemical intermediate or reagent in analytical chemistry and laboratory research.
• In the synthesis of other boron-containing compounds and materials.
• As an additive in flame retardant compositions for polymers and textiles.
• Potential use in wood preservation treatments.
• For research and development in energy storage and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Pentaborate Octahydrate, 97
CAS No.	12229-13-9
Molecular Formula	K2B10O16·8H2O
Molecular Weight	553.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Pentaborate Octahydrate; Dipotassium Decaborate Octahydrate; Potassium Borate (K2O·5B2O3·8H2O); Boron Potassium Oxide Hydrate; Caswell No. 701C; UNII-9V4D8K3A5K; Potassium Polyborate; Potassium Biborate
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Quality Control

Our Potassium Pentaborate Octahydrate, 97 is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the declared specification for purity and chemical identity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results for assay, identification, and impurity limits is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (K2B10O16·8H2O)	≥ 97.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 3.0 %
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %
pH (5% solution)	8.0 - 9.5

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