Description

Potassium Oxalate is a versatile inorganic salt widely used as a key reagent and processing agent in various industrial and analytical applications. Its primary value lies in its strong chelating and reducing properties, making it essential for processes requiring precise metal ion control and redox chemistry. This product is particularly critical for manufacturers and laboratories in the chemical synthesis, textile processing, and analytical chemistry sectors seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials.

Application

• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a primary standard in redox titrations (e.g., permanganometry) and as a reagent for the precipitation of rare earth metals.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Acts as a bleaching agent and a mordant in dyeing processes for fabrics and leather goods.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Employed in metal cleaning and polishing formulations, particularly for iron and steel.
• Photography: Serves as a component in photographic developing and fixing solutions.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a precursor or catalyst in organic synthesis and the production of other oxalate compounds.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized in various laboratory procedures as a buffering agent and a source of oxalate ions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Oxalate
CAS No.	583-52-8
Molecular Formula	C2K2O4 • H2O
Molecular Weight	184.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Dipotassium oxalate; Ethanedioic acid, dipotassium salt; Oxalic acid, dipotassium salt; Potassium ethanedioate; Dipotassium ethanedioate; Salt of sorrel
EINECS	209-506-8

Quality Control

Our Potassium Oxalate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profile analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results against relevant standards is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your technical and regulatory 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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as C2K2O4 • H2O)	≥ 99.0 %
pH (5% solution)	7.0 - 8.5
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Loss on Drying	≤ 12.0 %

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