Potassium Chloride ER Qualigens, 500g

Potassium Chloride ER Qualigens, 500g Specification

Shelf Life
60 Months

Physical State
Solid

Density
1.98 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Purity
99.8 100.1%

Molecular Weight
74.55 74.56 g/mol Carat

Usage
Laboratory

Boiling point
1420 C

Flash Point
Not applicable

Melting Point
770 C

Packaging Type
Glass Bottle

Ph Level
5.4 8.6

Molecular Formula
KCl

CAS No
7447-40-7

Size
500g

Grade
Extra Pure Reagent

Type
Scientific Lab Chemicals

Application
Laboratory

Appearance
White crystals or crystalline powder

Purity(%)
99.8 100.1%

Potassium Chloride ER Qualigens, 500g Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
1 Bottle

Delivery Time
5 Days

About Potassium Chloride ER Qualigens, 500g

Potassium chloride (KCl) does not typically decompose under normal conditions. It breaks down into its constituent elements, potassium (K) and chlorine (Cl2), but this usually requires high temperatures or electrolysis. The decomposition of potassium chlorate (KClO3) is a more common process, resulting in potassium chloride and oxygen. Decomposition of Potassium Chlorate (KClO3): The balanced chemical equation for the decomposition of potassium chlorate is:2KClO3(s) 2KCl(s) + 3O2(g) This means that when potassium chlorate is heated, it breaks down into potassium chloride and oxygen gas. Decomposition of Potassium Chloride (KCl): While KCl can decompose under specific conditions, it's not a common laboratory reaction. The decomposition of KCl typically requires:

High temperatures: Heating KCl to extremely high temperatures can cause it to decompose.
Electrolysis: Passing an electric current through molten KCl will also cause it to decompose.

The products of the decomposition of KCl would be elemental potassium (K) and chlorine gas (Cl2).

Superior Purity and Consistency

Potassium Chloride ER Qualigens stands out due to its high purity (99.8-100.1%), ensuring precise and reproducible results in laboratory experiments. Rigorously tested for quality, it is ideal for sensitive analytical and research applications, minimizing risks of contamination and inaccuracies.

Versatile Laboratory Utility

The KCl Extra Pure Reagent is crafted for scientific lab use, suitable for analytical chemistry, biological preparations, and calibration solutions. Its wide pH range (5.4-8.6) and stable physical properties support diverse experimental protocols, making it an essential for modern laboratories.

Safe Packaging and Extended Shelf Life

Packaged in robust 500g glass bottles, Potassium Chloride ER Qualigens maintains chemical integrity and user safety. Its impressive shelf life of 60 months allows laboratories to store and use it over extended periods without concern for degradation or reactivity.

FAQ's of Potassium Chloride ER Qualigens, 500g:

Q: How should Potassium Chloride ER Qualigens be stored for optimal shelf life?

A: Store Potassium Chloride ER Qualigens in its original sealed glass bottle at room temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keeping it in a dry environment ensures its stability throughout its 60-month shelf life.

Q: What are the main laboratory applications for this product?

A: This Potassium Chloride is primarily utilized for preparing standard solutions, calibration of laboratory equipment, buffer solutions, and various analytical and research processes that require consistent, high-purity reagents.

Q: When can I expect a loss in product efficacy or purity?

A: You can generally rely on Potassium Chloride ER Qualigens for up to 60 months from the date of manufacture, provided it is stored correctly. After this period, its purity and effectiveness may begin to diminish.

Q: Where is this product commonly used within scientific settings?

A: Potassium Chloride ER Qualigens is commonly used across academic laboratories, quality control departments, pharmaceutical research, and industrial labs where precise, high-purity reagents are necessary.

Q: What benefits does the extra pure grade offer compared to standard laboratory reagents?

A: The extra pure grade guarantees minimal impurities, ensuring higher reliability and reproducibility in sensitive investigations, analytical calibrations, and other critical scientific experiments.

Q: Can this potassium chloride be used safely in procedures involving heat?

A: Yes, with a melting point of 770C and a boiling point of 1420C, Potassium Chloride ER Qualigens remains stable at high temperatures commonly encountered in laboratory experiments, provided standard safety protocols are followed.

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