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Potassium Carbonate, 15% (w/v) - 5883.15-4

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SKU: R5883150-120A
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Description

This potassium carbonate solution is a 15% (w/v) aqueous solution, ready to use for a wide range of laboratory applications. It provides a stable alkaline solution, ideal for buffer preparation, pH adjustment, and other chemical processes requiring potassium carbonate. Delivered in a 120 mL poly bottle, this solution saves time on preparation, ensuring consistent results in your experiments.

Key Features

  • 15% (w/v) Potassium Carbonate Solution: Provides the required concentration of potassium carbonate for various lab applications.
  • Clear Aqueous Solution: Easy to handle, store, and dispense from the poly bottle.
  • Reliable Base Solution: Provides strong alkalinity and is ideal for buffer preparation and pH adjustments.
  • Convenient Packaging: Supplied in a 120 mL poly bottle, ideal for laboratory use and easy storage.

Applications

  • Buffer & Solution Preparation: Perfect for preparing buffer solutions, adjusting pH, or creating other salt solutions.
  • General Laboratory Use: Suitable for any laboratory experiment that requires a strong base or alkaline medium.
  • Industrial & Chemical Applications: Suitable for various industrial processes that require potassium carbonate as a key component.

Benefits

  • Ready‑to‑Use: Eliminates the need for dissolving solid salts, saving time and reducing handling errors.
  • Consistent Quality: Provides reliable concentration and reproducible results across experiments.
  • Versatile: Can be used in a variety of laboratory and industrial applications requiring potassium carbonate.

Product Specs

  • Product: Potassium Carbonate 15% (w/v) Solution
  • SKU: 588315‑16
  • Concentration: 15% (w/v) Potassium Carbonate
  • Volume: 120 mL
  • Form: Aqueous Solution
  • CAS Number: 584-08-7
  • Intended Use: Solution preparation, buffer formulation, pH adjustment, general lab reagent

Categories

  • Laboratory Chemicals
  • Salt Solutions
  • Reagents & Solutes
  • Base Solutions
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What is this Potassium Carbonate 15% (w/v) solution used for?

It’s a ready‑to‑use alkaline aqueous solution ideal for buffer preparation, pH adjustment, and general lab or industrial use. The 15% concentration saves preparation time, ensures quality, and supports reliable results without weighing or dissolving solid potassium carbonate in diverse applications.

How should I store the 15% potassium carbonate solution?

Store the 15% potassium carbonate aqueous solution in its tightly sealed poly bottle at room temperature, away from sunlight and incompatible substances. Ensure the cap is secure, label is visible, and follow your laboratory’s storage protocols for safety and longevity requirements.

Can this solution replace solid potassium carbonate in protocols?

Yes, this ready‑to‑use 15% (w/v) potassium carbonate solution can replace solid potassium carbonate in many procedures, eliminating the need to weigh and dissolve it. It gives consistent concentration and reliable results. Always verify compatibility with your protocol and concentration requirements before substituting, to ensure consistent results.

Is Potassium Carbonate 15% solution hazardous, and what warnings apply?

This potassium carbonate solution is alkaline and should be handled with appropriate personal protective equipment, including gloves and eye protection. Avoid contact with skin or eyes. Refer to the Safety Data Sheet for detailed hazard information. California Proposition 65 warning applies, indicating potential exposure risks. Follow all lab safety protocols.

What are the shipping and packaging details for this product?

The 15% potassium carbonate solution is supplied in a 120 mL poly bottle. Check for leaks or damage upon receipt. Handle packages carefully, store upright, and follow guidelines for proper unpacking and storage. Ensure compliance with applicable transport and safety rules.