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Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

Potassium diformate

Also known as Potassium formate(1:2), Formic acid, potassium salt (2:1), Potassium biformate

CAS 20642-05-1Formula C2H3KO4Molar mass 130.14 g/molEC 243-934-6
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant 9 suppliers listed
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Potassium diformate chemical structure, C2H3KO4, CAS 20642-05-1
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
20642-05-1
Formula
C2H3KO4
Molar mass
130.14 g/mol
EC number
243-934-6
HS code
291512
Category
Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

What is Potassium diformate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Potassium diformate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C2H3KO4 and a molar mass of 130.14 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 20642-05-1. The IUPAC name is potassium, formic acid, formate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
potassium, formic acid, formate
CAS number
20642-05-1 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
243-934-6
Molecular formula
C2H3KO4
UNII
4FHJ7DIT8M
MDL number
MFCD08460204
InChIKey
BINNZIDCJWQYOH-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChI
InChI=1S/2CH2O2.K/c2*2-1-3;/h2*1H,(H,2,3);/q;;+1/p-1
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(=O)O.C(=O)[O-].[K+]

Synonyms

  • Potassium formate(1:2)
  • Formic acid, potassium salt (2:1)
  • Potassium biformate
  • potassium hydrogen diformate
  • FORMI
  • Formic acid potassium salt (2:1)
  • potassium, formic acid, formate
  • Potassium formate--formic acid (1/1/1)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
130.14 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
129.9668 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-4.93calc.
Topological polar surface area
77.43 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
7calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Components
3calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H319Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary statements (4)
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Potassium diformate is traded under.

HS 2915.12Indicative HS code

Salts of formic acid

World exports in 2024
$254M
−5.4% vs 2023, imports $286M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China53.9%
  2. Germany17.7%
  3. Netherlands5.1%
Top importers
  1. United States11.5%
  2. Netherlands7.8%
  3. Brazil6.7%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Potassium diformate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Potassium diformate, based on the data on this page

What is Potassium diformate?

Potassium diformate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C2H3KO4 and a molar mass of 130.14 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 20642-05-1. The IUPAC name is potassium, formic acid, formate.

What is the CAS number of Potassium diformate?

The CAS registry number of Potassium diformate is 20642-05-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Potassium diformate?

The molecular formula of Potassium diformate is C2H3KO4 and its molar mass is 130.14 g/mol.

What is Potassium diformate used for?

Known uses and roles of Potassium diformate include acidifiers in animal feed and nutrition.

Is Potassium diformate hazardous?

Potassium diformate carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: causes serious eye irritation. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Potassium diformate?

Potassium diformate is usually classified under HS code 291512 (Salts of formic acid). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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