Compound Q&A
What is Oxalic Acid Potassium Salt Dihydrate (CAS: 6100-20-5)?
Answer
Oxalic Acid Potassium Salt Dihydrate, also known as dipotassium oxalate, is a water-soluble inorganic compound with the chemical formula K2C2O4·2H2O. It is a white, dihydrate crystalline solid with a molar mass of approximately 188.2 g/mol. This compound is characterized by its acidic nature and is often used in a variety of applications including pharmaceuticals, analytical chemistry, and industrial processes.
About
CAS No
6100-20-5
English Name
Oxalic Acid Potassium Salt Dihydrate
Molecular Formula
C4H7KO10
Molecular Weight
254.19 g/mol
SMILES
C(=O)(C(=O)O)O.C(=O)(C(=O)[O-])O.O.O.[K+]
InChIKey
KPFHSTZUXXJAES-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Last Updated: 2025-09-02 18:52
