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Manufacturer
Fisher Chemical™
SKU
10429760

About this product

Potassium Metabisulfite, Extra Pure,

Description:

This premium-grade Potassium Metabisulfite is a versatile compound known for its strong antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. It is essential in wine and beer production, ensuring flavor preservation and microbial control. Additionally, it plays a critical role in water treatment, textile processing, and photography, making it a must-have for various industries.

Features

  • Chemical Formula: K₂S₂O₅.

  • Molecular Weight: 222.31 g/mol.

  • Appearance: White crystalline powder with a pungent sulfur odor.

  • Solubility: Highly soluble in water, insoluble in ethanol.

  • Melting Point: 190°C, decomposing into potassium sulfite and sulfur dioxide.

Uses

  • Food & Beverage Industry: Used as a preservative (E224) in wine, beer, and dried fruits.

  • Chemical & Pharmaceutical Applications: Functions as an antioxidant and reducing agent.

  • Water Treatment: Helps in chlorine removal and purification.

  • Photography & Textile Industry: Applied in developing solutions and dyeing processes.

Catalog Number:10429760

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