Product Overview & Quality

Product Name: Potassium sulfate
Brand: Kemaus (Product Code: KA-417)
Grade: Analytical Reagent (AR Grade) with premium purity of 99 percent or higher. Manufactured under Kemaus strict laboratory standards, ensuring exceptionally low levels of trace chloride and heavy metal contaminants for chemical accuracy.
Physical Properties: Odorless, white crystalline powder or hard crystals with a slightly salty taste.
Solubility: Soluble in water; insoluble in alcohol. Yields a neutral aqueous solution (pH around 7).
Key Use: Extensively used as a catalyst and boiling point elevator in the Kjeldahl method for nitrogen and protein determination. Utilized in preparing analytical buffer solutions and as an electrolyte support in electrochemical cells. Also applied as a high-purity nutrient source in plant physiology and agricultural research.

Safety & Hazards

Classification: Not classified as a hazardous substance according to GHS regulations. Acts as a mild physical and mechanical dust irritant.
Health Risks: Direct eye contact with dust may cause minor, temporary irritation or short-term redness. Inhalation of fine dust may cause minor coughing or upper respiratory tract discomfort.
First Aid Measures: Flush eyes immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Wash affected skin with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops or persists.

Handling & Storage

Storage: Store in the original, tightly sealed Kemaus container. Keep in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated space at stable room temperature (below 30 degrees Celsius). Highly stable under normal storage conditions.
Precautions: Wear standard personal protective equipment (PPE), including laboratory gloves, safety glasses, and a dust mask. Prevent dust accumulation during handling.