Description
Potassium pyrosulfite; Dipotassium disulfite
| CAS | 16731-55-8 |
| Molecular Formula | K2S2O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 222.31 |
| Shelf Life | 60 Months |
| Physical Properties | |||
| Physical State at 20 °C | Solid | Colour | White crystalline |
| Odour | Odorless | pH Value | 3-4.5 at 22.2 g/l at 25 °C |
| Melting Point/ Freezing Point [°C] | 150°C | Decomposition Point [°C] | 150°C |
| Vapour Density | 2.3 | Density [g/cm3] | 2.34 |
| Solubility in Water [% weight] | 22.2 g/l at 20 °C | ||
| Specifications | |||
| Appearance | White crystalline powder | Assay | Min 96% |
| Insoluble Matter in Water | Max 0.005% | Chloride (Cl) | Max 0.005% |
| Copper (Cu) | Max 0.005% | Lead (Pb) | Max 0.005% |
| Iron (Fe) | Max 0.005% | Zinc (Zn) | Max 0.005% |
| Cadmium (Cd) | Max 0.005% | ||
| Dangerous Goods Information | |||
| UN Number | – | DG Class | – |
| Safety Information & Hazard Symbols | |
| Symbol | GHS07 |
| Signal Word | Warning |
| Hazard Statement | H315-H319-H335 |
| Precaution Statement | P261-P305 + P351 + P338 |















