Potassium Biphthalate
Item Name Code (INC) 35262
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This INC has been converted from AEUSA to General Use on 06/11/2018.
Additional Information for Potassium Biphthalate
Potassium biphthalate, also known as potassium hydrogen phthalate or KHP, is a chemical compound with the formula KHC8H4O4. It is a white, crystalline solid that is commonly used as a primary standard for acid-base titrations.
Potassium biphthalate is often used in analytical chemistry laboratories to standardize solutions of strong bases. It is a weak acid that can be titrated with a strong base, such as sodium hydroxide, to determine the concentration of the base solution.
In addition to its use as a primary standard, potassium biphthalate is also used as a pH buffer in various laboratory applications. It helps maintain a stable pH level in solutions, making it useful in experiments and analyses that require precise pH control.
Potassium biphthalate is relatively stable and non-toxic, but it should still be handled with care. It is important to follow proper safety precautions when working with any chemical substance, including wearing appropriate protective equipment and working in a well-ventilated area.
Overall, potassium biphthalate is a versatile compound that plays an important role in acid-base titrations and pH control in laboratory settings.
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- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 6
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- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 6
- 2958
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 6