Potassium 19 K 39.0983

Potassium Phosphate Dibasic USP Low HM Powder

Jost Code: 2662

Synonyms: Dipotassium hydrogenphosphate, Dipotassium phosphate, sec.-Potassium phosphate

Potassium Phosphate can be used as a dietary supplement and as a nutrient. This product is known to be used in pharmaceuticals, in oral care products, as a laboratory reagent, and in fermentation and cell cultures. Potassium works with sodium to normalize heart rhythms and to regulate the body’s waste balance. It also preserves proper alkalinity of body fluids and assists in reducing high blood pressure. Product specifications, SDSs and certifications are available under Additional Information.

Chemical Formula
K2HPO4
CAS Number
7758-11-4
Molecular Weight
174.18
Use
Nutrient; Dietary Ingredient; Pharmaceuticals
Description
White powder
Containers
68.2 kg / 150 LB fiber drums; 25 kilogram packs EU only
Storage
Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers.
Revision Rate
5/02/17
Assay
98.0-100.5%
pH of 5% solution
8.5 - 9.6
Insoluble Matter
0.2% maximum
LOD @ 105°C
1.0% maximum
Chloride (Cl)
0.03% maximum
Sulfate (SO4)
0.1% maximum
Heavy Metals (as Pb)
0.001% maximum
Iron (Fe)
0.003% maximum
Sodium (Na)
To Pass Test
Lead (Pb)
1 ppm maximum
Arsenic (As)
1 ppm maximum
Cadmium (Cd)
1 ppm maximum
Mercury (Hg)
0.1 ppm maximum
Carbonate (CO3)
To Pass Test
Fluoride (F)
0.001% maximum
Monobasic or Tribasic Salt
To Pass Test
Identification of
Potassium
Passes Test
Phosphate
Passes Test
Microbial Test Results
Aerobic Plate Count
1000 cfu / gram maximum
Yeast and Mold Count
100 cfu / gram maximum
Total Coliforms
Negative