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99.99% High Quality POTASSIUM METABISULFITE CAS 16731-55-8

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CAS No.:

16731-55-8

Grade:

Industrial Grade

Content:

99%

Port:

USA

Brand:

Solutions Healthcare Services LLC

Packaging:

25kg

Price valid (until):

2025-10-10

Company Type:
Distributor
Location:
United States
Qualification:
Main Products:

Agrochemicals

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    POTASSIUM METABISULFITE Chemical Properties
    Melting point  190°C
    density  2.34 g/cm3
    vapor density  2.3 (vs air)
    storage temp.  Store at +5°C to +30°C.
    solubility  H2O: 0.1 M at 20 °C, clear, colorless
    form  Powder/Solid
    Specific Gravity 2.3
    color  White to slightly yellow
    PH 2.5-4.5 (25℃, 0.1M in H2O)
    Odor Odorless
    PH Range 3-4.5 at 22.2 g/l at 25 °C
    Water Solubility  Soluble in water. Insoluble in ethanol.
    Sensitive  Air Sensitive
    λmax 267nm(H2O)(lit.)
    Decomposition  150°C
    Merck  14,7645
    EPA Substance Registry System Disulfurous acid, potassium salt (1:2) (16731-55-8)

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    ECHEMI Editorial Reference
    WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER WITH PUNGENT ODOUR.
    Potassium metabisulfite appears as a white granular or powdery solid with a sharp odor of sulfur dioxide. Decomposes at 150 to 190°C. Density 2.3 g / cm3. Contact severely irritates skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. Low toxicity. Used as a food preservative and an antioxidant.|DryPowder|Colourless crystals or white crystalline powder|WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER WITH PUNGENT ODOUR.
    Potassium metabisulfite appears as a white granular or powdery solid with a sharp odor of sulfur dioxide. Decomposes at 150 to 190°C. Density 2.3 g / cm3. Contact severely irritates skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. Low toxicity. Used as a food preservative and an antioxidant.
    White to slightly yellowish fine cryst. powder
    Potassium disulfite (Potassium metabisulfite, PMB) is an inorganic salt with antimicrobial properties. It is a sulfiting agent that prevents browning of foods.

    Basic Info
    Product Name:

    POTASSIUM METABISULFITE

    Other Name:

    dipotassiumdisulfite;dipotassiummetabisulfite;Disulfurousacid,dipotassiumsalt;potassiummetabisulphate;pyrosulfurousacid,dipotassiumsalt;POTASSIUM METABISULFITE REAGENT;POTASSIUMMETABISULFITE,CRYSTAL,FCC;POTASSIUMMETABISULFITE,CRYSTAL,NF

    CAS No.:

    16731-55-8

    Molecular Formula:

    K2O5S2

    InChIKeys:

    RWPGFSMJFRPDDP-UHFFFAOYSA-L

    Molecular Weight:

    222.32

    Exact Mass:

    221.84600

    EC Number:

    240-795-3

    UNII:

    65OE787Q7W

    ICSC Number:

    1175

    UN Number:

    1759

    TSCA:

    TSCA listed

    DSSTox ID:

    DTXSID1021293

    Color/Form:

    White to slightly yellow

    HScode:

    28322000

    Categories:

    Inorganic Salts

    Characteristics
    λmax:

    267nm(H2O)(lit.)

    PSA:

    124.92000

    XLogP3:

    0.27220

    Density:

    2.34 g/cm3

    Melting Point:

    190°C

    Water Solubility:

    Soluble in water. Insoluble in ethanol.

    Storage Conditions:

    Keep dry and well closed.

    Vapor Density:

    2.3 (vs air)

    Toxicity:

    LD50 orally in Rabbit: 2300 mg/kg

    Odor:

    Odorless

    PH:

    2.5-4.5 (25℃, 0.1M in H2O)

    Experimental Properties:

    Liberates SO2 with acids; oxidizes in air to sulfate, more readily in presence of moisture|It may catch fire if too much heat develops in powdering it.

    Air and Water Reactions:

    Water soluble.

    Reactive Group:

    Sulfite and Thiosulfate Salts

    Reactivity Alerts:

    Strong Reducing Agent

    Reactivity Profile:

    POTASSIUM METABISULFITE reacts with oxidizing agents to generate heat and products that may be flammable, combustible, or otherwise reactive. Can react explosively with strong oxidizing agents. Generates gaseous sulfur dioxide in contact with acids. Aqueous solutions are acidic and corrosive.

    Critical Temperature & Pressure:

    Store at +5°C to +30°C.

    Hazard Identification

    Classification of the substance or mixture

    Serious eye damage, Category 1

    GHS label elements, including precautionary statements

    Pictogram(s)
    Signal word

    Danger

    Hazard statement(s)

    H318 Causes serious eye damage

    Precautionary statement(s)
    Prevention

    P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/...

    Response

    P305+P354+P338 IF IN EYES: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

    P317 Get medical help.

    Storage

    none

    Disposal

    none

    Other hazards which do not result in classification

    no data available

    Handling and Storage

    Precautions for safe handling

    NO open flames. Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.

    Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

    Dry. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room.Potassium metabisulfite should be stored in a cool, dark place.

  • Seller Information
    Business Type:

    Distributor

    Main Products:

    Agrochemicals

    Location:

    116 W UNIVERSITY PKWY 425 BALTIMORE, MD 21210

    Payment Terms:

    TT against copy of documents,D/P,L/C,TT against B/L draft before shipment

    Average lead Time:

    22

    Total Annual Revenue:

    $5 million-$10 million

    Total Employees:

    5-10

    Year of Establishment:

    2022

    Certifications:

    Kosher Certificate 1,Kosher Certificate 2,Kosher Certificate 4,CERTIFICATE OF TRADE CONFORMITY,Kosher Certificate 3,ISO 9001:2015,ASO-Halaal-2025-2026 2,ISO 9001:2015,ASO-Halaal-2025-2026,URALKALI Accredation,ASO-Halaal-2025-2026 3

  • Inquiry History
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