Description

Potassium Maleate is the potassium salt of maleic acid, a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis and industrial chemistry. This compound is valued for its role as a building block in the production of polymers, resins, and specialty chemicals, offering reliable performance and consistent quality. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in sectors such as polymer science, coatings, and pharmaceutical intermediates, where precise chemical functionality is required.

Application

• Polymer & Resin Synthesis: Serves as a key monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and coatings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in various organic synthesis reactions for agrochemicals and dyes.
• Research & Development: Employed in laboratory-scale experiments and process development within chemical R&D.
• Water Treatment Formulations: Can be utilized in certain industrial water treatment processes as a component of scale or corrosion inhibitors.
• Adhesive & Sealant Production: Functions as a modifying agent in the formulation of specific industrial adhesives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Maleate
CAS No.	4151-34-2
Molecular Formula	C4H3KO4
Molecular Weight	154.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Maleic Acid Potassium Salt; Potassium Hydrogen Maleate; Potassium acid maleate; Butenedioic Acid, Monopotassium Salt; 2-Butenedioic Acid (Z)-, Monopotassium Salt; Monopotassium Maleate; Maleic Acid Monopotassium Salt; Potassium (Z)-2-butenedioate
EINECS	223-973-8

Quality Control

Our Potassium Maleate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
pH (5% solution)	3.0 - 5.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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