Compound Q&A
What is Potassium ethanedioate hydrate (2:1:1) (CAS: 6487-48-5)?
Answer
Potassium ethanedioate hydrate (2:1:1) is a chemical compound with the CAS number 6487-48-5. It is also known as potassium oxalate dihydrate. The chemical formula is C2H2K2O6·2H2O. This compound is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water and commonly used in various chemical applications. It is characterized by its ability to act as a reducing agent and its role in coordination chemistry.
About
CAS No
6487-48-5
English Name
Potassium ethanedioate hydrate (2:1:1)
Molecular Formula
C2H2K2O5
Molecular Weight
184.23 g/mol
SMILES
C(=O)(C(=O)[O-])[O-].O.[K+].[K+]
InChIKey
QCPTVXCMROGZOL-UHFFFAOYSA-L
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
