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Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

Potassium hydroxycitrate

Also known as Tripotassium hydroxycitrate, Potassium hydroxycitrate, (-)-, 2,3-Dihydroxypropane tricarboxylic acid, tripotssium salt

CAS 913186-35-3Formula C6H5K3O8Molar mass 322.39 g/mol
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Potassium hydroxycitrate chemical structure, C6H5K3O8, CAS 913186-35-3
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
913186-35-3
Formula
C6H5K3O8
Molar mass
322.39 g/mol
HS code
291819
Category
Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

What is Potassium hydroxycitrate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Potassium hydroxycitrate is an organic molecular entity.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
tripotassium, (1S,2S)-1,2-dihydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate
CAS number
913186-35-3 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C6H5K3O8
UNII
4586270U1R
InChIKey
VYYWVGGAJXBBCA-YIRLFHOGSA-K
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H8O8.3K/c7-2(8)1-6(14,5(12)13)3(9)4(10)11;;;/h3,9,14H,1H2,(H,7,8)(H,10,11)(H,12,13);;;/q;3*+1/p-3/t3-,6+;;;/m1.../s1
Canonical SMILES
O=C([O-])CC(O)(C(=O)[O-])C(O)C(=O)[O-].[K+].[K+].[K+]
Isomeric SMILES
C(C(=O)[O-])[C@]([C@@H](C(=O)[O-])O)(C(=O)[O-])O.[K+].[K+].[K+]

Synonyms

  • Tripotassium hydroxycitrate
  • Potassium hydroxycitrate, (-)-
  • 2,3-Dihydroxypropane tricarboxylic acid, tripotssium salt
  • D-Erythro-pentaric acid, 3-C-carboxy-2-deoxy-, tripotassium salt
  • D-Erythro-pentaric acid, 3-C-carboxy-2-deoxy-, potassium salt (1:3)
  • Tripotassium 3-C-carboxylato-2-deoxy-D-erythro-pentarate
  • tripotassium, (1S,2S)-1,2-dihydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
322.39 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
321.8896 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-15.27calc.
Topological polar surface area
160.9 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
8calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
17calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.5calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
2calc.
Components
4calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Functional uses

  • Softener and conditioner

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 hydroxycitrate is traded under.

HS 2918.19Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$1.37B
+0.5% vs 2023, imports $1.18B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.7%
  2. Italy14.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.7%
  2. South Korea9.8%
  3. Italy9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Potassium hydroxycitrate?

Potassium hydroxycitrate is an organic molecular entity.

What is the CAS number of Potassium hydroxycitrate?

The CAS registry number of Potassium hydroxycitrate is 913186-35-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Potassium hydroxycitrate?

The molecular formula of Potassium hydroxycitrate is C6H5K3O8 and its molar mass is 322.39 g/mol.

What is Potassium hydroxycitrate used for?

Known uses and roles of Potassium hydroxycitrate include softener and conditioner.

Is Potassium hydroxycitrate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Potassium hydroxycitrate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Potassium hydroxycitrate?

Potassium hydroxycitrate is usually classified under HS code 291819 (Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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