Description

Potassium Arsenite is an inorganic compound primarily used as a reagent and precursor in specialized chemical synthesis and research. Its significance lies in its role as a controlled source of arsenite ions for applications requiring precise chemical reactivity. This product is essential for industrial research laboratories, chemical manufacturing, and specialized material science sectors that utilize inorganic arsenical compounds.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key reagent in the preparation of other arsenical compounds and complex inorganic salts.
• Research & Development: Utilized in laboratory-scale experiments and analytical chemistry for method development and calibration.
• Preservative Formulation: Historically used in specialized wood treatment and preservation formulations (subject to strict regulatory controls).
• Electroplating & Metallurgy: Employed in specific metal surface treatment processes and alloy research.
• Analytical Standard: Serves as a reference standard in environmental and toxicological testing laboratories.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Used in the production of certain types of glass and ceramic materials requiring specific optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Arsenite
CAS No.	13464-35-2
Molecular Formula	KAsO2
Molecular Weight	146.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Arsenious acid, potassium salt; Potassium metaarsenite; Arsenite of potash; Potassium dioxoarsenate(1-); KAsO2
EINECS	236-680-0

Quality Control

Our Potassium Arsenite is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic and light-sensitive nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed and stored in opaque or amber containers. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (KAsO2)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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