VWR Potassium sulphate ≥99%, GPR RECTAPUR®
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Specifications:
Application | Analytical Chemistry | ||
Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
Product Type | Laboratory Chemical | Forms | Powder |
Product Brand | VWR | ||
Product Grade | Analytical grade | Formula | K₂SO₄ |
VWR® Potassium Sulphate (≥99%), supplied under the GPR RECTAPUR® grade, is a high-purity inorganic salt widely used in analytical chemistry, agriculture, environmental testing, and industrial processes. With an assay of ≥99% and strict impurity limits, it provides reliable performance and reproducibility for laboratory and technical applications.
Potassium sulphate is commonly employed as a standard reagent, as well as in the preparation of fertilizers, buffer solutions, and analytical methods. Its high melting and boiling points make it a stable salt for high-temperature applications.
Key Features
- High Purity: Assay ≥99% (GPR RECTAPUR® quality).
- Controlled Impurities: Low levels of heavy metals, chloride, ammonium, nitrate, and iron.
- Stable Solid: White crystalline salt with high melting point (1069 °C).
- Versatile Use: Suitable for both analytical and industrial chemistry applications.
- Reliable Quality: Consistent batch-to-batch purity for reproducibility.
Applications
- Analytical Chemistry: Reagent in standard laboratory tests and methods.
- Environmental & Agricultural Studies: Fertilizer formulation and soil analysis.
- Buffer Preparation: Component in ionic solutions and analytical buffers.
- Industrial Applications: Glass, ceramics, and specialty manufacturing processes.
- Teaching Laboratories: Common inorganic salt for training and demonstrations.
Specifications
Property | Details |
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Assay (Purity) | ≥99% |
CAS Number | 7778-80-5 |
Molecular Formula | K₂SO₄ |
Molecular Weight | 174.26 g/mol |
Appearance | White crystalline solid |
Melting Point | 1069 °C |
Boiling Point | 1698 °C |
Density (20 °C) | 2.66 g/cm³ |
Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤20 ppm |
Chloride (Cl⁻) | ≤50 ppm |
Ammonium (NH₄⁺) | ≤20 ppm |
Nitrate (NO₃⁻) | ≤50 ppm |
Iron (Fe) | ≤10 ppm |
Storage Temperature | Ambient |
Merck Index | 13,07759 |
Packaging & Ordering Information
Catalog Number | Description | Pack Size | Container |
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26994.293 | VWR® Potassium Sulphate ≥99%, GPR RECTAPUR® | 1 kg | Plastic bottle |
26994.362 | VWR® Potassium Sulphate ≥99%, GPR RECTAPUR® | 5 kg | Plastic bottle |
Safety Information
- Hazard Classification: Generally considered safe but may cause irritation in dust form.
- Precautions: Handle with care, use gloves, goggles, and avoid inhalation of fine particles.
VWR® Potassium Sulphate ≥99%, GPR RECTAPUR® is a high-purity inorganic salt suitable for analytical chemistry, fertilizer studies, environmental testing, and industrial processes. With ≥99% assay and controlled impurity levels, it provides consistent quality for laboratory and bulk use.
- Pack Size: 1kg 5kg