Difference between revisions of "Potassium bisulfite"

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potassium acid sulfite; potassium hydrogen sulfite
 
potassium acid sulfite; potassium hydrogen sulfite
  
== Other Properties ==
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==Physical and Chemical Properties==
  
 
Soluble in water. Insoluble in ethanol.
 
Soluble in water. Insoluble in ethanol.
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[[Category:Materials database]]
 
[[Category:Materials database]]

Latest revision as of 07:11, 26 July 2022

Description

White, crystalline powder. Potassium bisulfite is used as a reducing agent in chemical reactions. It is also used in tanning and in bleaching straw and textile fibers.

Synonyms and Related Terms

potassium acid sulfite; potassium hydrogen sulfite

Physical and Chemical Properties

Soluble in water. Insoluble in ethanol.

Composition KHSO3
CAS 1310-61-8
Melting Point 190 C (dec)