Potassium pyrophosphate (K4P2O7)-Powder
Product Description
Characteristic
Potassium pyrophosphate refers to the potassium salt of pyrophosphate. Usually a group of phosphorus-containing compounds produced by the reaction of pyrophosphoric acid and potassium hydroxide.
Chemical formula:K4P2O7
Formula weight: 330.34g/mol
Melting Point: 1090°C
Boiling Point: >1500°C
Density:2.33g/mol
Sensitivity: Hygroscopic. Ambient temperatures.
Appearance:White crystalline powder
Solubility: Soluble in water
Application
The main purpose of potassium pyrophosphate is to replace potassium cyanide for non-cyanide electroplating. It is also used in industry for surface treatment, high-grade detergents, paints, cleaning agents, dispersants, buffers, etc .; used in the food industry as emulsifiers, tissue improvers, chelating agents, quality improvers.