Potassium bisulfite
| Names | |
|---|---|
| IUPAC name
Potassium hydrogen sulfite
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| Other names
E228
Monopotassium sulfite Potassium bisulphite Sulfurous acid, monopotassium salt | |
| Properties | |
| KHSO3 | |
| Molar mass | 120.1561 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Odor | Sulfur dioxide |
| Melting point | 190 °C (374 °F; 463 K) (decomposes) |
| Boiling point | Decomposes |
| 49 g/100 mL (20 °C) 115 g/100 mL (100 °C) | |
| Solubility | Insoluble in alcohols, benzene, toluene |
| Hazards | |
| Safety data sheet | CAMEO (solution) |
| Flash point | Non-flammable |
| Related compounds | |
| Related compounds
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Potassium sulfite Potassium bisulfate |
| Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa). | |
| Infobox references | |
Potassium bisulfite or potassium hydrogen sulfite is a chemical compound with the chemical formula KHSO3. The compound is commonly used in food industry, for sterilizing wine, as food additive E228. While it can be found as solid, it is more commonly encountered as solution.
Contents
Properties
Chemical
Potassium bisulfite oxidizes in air to potassium bisulfate. Addition of a base raises the pH, converting the compound in potassium sulfite.
Physical
Potassium bisulfite is a white solid
Availability
It is sold as both solid and solution.
It is available as the food additive E228.
Preparation
Can be prepared by bubbling and excess of sulfur dioxide through a solution of potassium carbonate or potassium hydroxide.
Projects
- Reducing agent
- Make potassium bisulfate
Handling
Safety
Potassium bisulfite releases toxic sulfur dioxide gas. Work in a well ventilated area or fumehood.
Storage
Should be stored in closed, air-tight bottles.
Disposal
Can be neutralized with bleach or hydrogen peroxide
