Potassium Bicarbonate
pH correction, alkalinity restoration, and low-sodium mineral enrichment for water and food formulations
Chemical Formula
KHCO₃
Density
2.17 g/mL
Apperance (Form)
White Granulated Fine Crystals
Particle Size
0.5 – 1.5 mm
Potassium Bicarbonate is a food-grade, high-purity mineral salt used to raise pH and restore carbonate alkalinity in reverse osmosis (RO) permeate, bottled water, and food and beverage formulations. Unlike sodium bicarbonate, it delivers the same buffering action while contributing potassium instead of sodium.
Built for applications where sodium content matters:
Adjusts pH and restores carbonate alkalinity in RO-treated and desalinated water systems
Provides potassium instead of sodium, suited to low-sodium food, beverage, and mineral water formulations
Certified food grade (FCC, E501) for direct use in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical applications
High purity (99–101.5% assay) in a readily soluble, fine crystalline form for consistent dosing
Stable for up to 3 years when stored in a dry, well-ventilated environment
Nomenclature
Parameters | Specifications |
|---|---|
Chemical Name | Potassium Bicarbonate |
Classification | Extra Pure - Food Grade, FCC, E501 [For Water Salts] |
SKU | 90003 |
CAS Number | 298-14-6 |
EC Number (EINECS) | 206-059-0 |
Chemical Formula | KHCO₃ |
Molecular Weight | 100.115 g/mol |
Potassium Content | 39.0 g in 100 g of KHCO₃ |
Shelf Life | 3 Years |
Storage Condition | Dedicated storage room, cool, dry and well-ventilated storage room at 20 - 45°C |
Physical Properties
Parameters | Specifications |
|---|---|
Physical Appearance | White Granulated Fine Crystals |
Particle Size | 0.1 – 1.0 mm |
Density | 2.17 g/mL |
Solubility in Water @ 20°C | Readily soluble in water, maximum 22.4 Kg/100 liters of water |
Solution Appearance | Colorless, clear when dissolved in clean water |
Sensory Taste | Slightly Salty Taste |
Physio-Chemical Properties
Parameters | Specifications |
|---|---|
Assay as KHCO₃ | 99 – 101.5% |
Potassium, K | 39 % min. |
Solubility in Water @ 20oC | 22.4 % max. |
Arsenic, As | 2 ppm max. |
Bromide, Br | 5 ppm max. |
Chloride, Cl | 100 ppm max. |
Iron, Fe | 10 ppm max. |
Lead, Pb | 5 ppm max. |
Manganese, Mn | 10 ppm max. |
Mercury, Hg | 1 ppm max. |
pH [1:20] | 8.60 max. |
Mineral Applications
Bottled Drinking Water Ingredients
RO Water Permeate Remineralizations
Food Ingredients
Aqua Marine Supplements
Cosmetics and Pharmaceuticals
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