POTASSIUM METAL 98% For Synthesis

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POTASSIUM METAL 98% For Synthesis Specification

Melting Point
63.38°C

Purity
98%

Appearance
Soft silver-colored metal

Properties
Highly reactive metal that reacts violently with water and air

Ingredients
Potassium metal (minimum 98%)

Poisonous
YES

Structural Formula
K (elemental potassium)

EINECS No
231-119-8

Density
0.862 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Molecular Formula
K

Taste
Not applicable or metallic

Smell
Odorless

Grade
For synthesis

Application
Used in synthetic processes and as a drying reagent in laboratories

Solubility
Reacts violently with water

HS Code
2805.19.00

Shape
Lump or ingot

CAS No
7440-09-7

Ph Level
Highly alkaline when in contact with water

Storage
Store under inert atmosphere or mineral oil to prevent oxidation and reactions with air and moisture

Molecular Weight
39.10 g/mol

Shelf Life
Stable under proper storage conditions

Physical Form
Solid soft metal

Usage
For synthesis in the chemical industry preparation of compounds and research applications

About POTASSIUM METAL 98% For Synthesis

Potassium Metal 98% For Synthesis is a highly reactive soft silver-colored metal with a purity of 98%, commonly used in synthetic processes and as a drying reagent in laboratories. When in contact with water, this solid soft metal exhibits a highly alkaline pH level and reacts violently with air and moisture. The metal is stored under an inert atmosphere or mineral oil to prevent oxidation and unwanted reactions. With a melting point of 63.38C and a density of 0.862 g/cm, this grade of potassium metal is stable under proper storage conditions and is suitable for various research applications in the chemical industry.