Potassium Hydrogen Oxalate, formula KH(C2O4), is a colorless monoclinic crystalline compound with acidic properties, soluble in water and ethanol, functioning as a reducing agent in redox reactions. It decomposes at high temperatures releasing carbon dioxide, commonly synthesized from potassium hydroxide and oxalic acid for industrial purity.
Potassium Hydrogen Oxalate
Applied in photographic emulsions for development control; in metal polishing pastes for shine enhancement; in dye manufacturing as fixatives; in analytical chemistry for standard solutions; and in leather tanning for pH adjustment in hide preparation.
Toxic if swallowed, causing hyperoxaluria and potential renal failure; strong irritant to mucous membranes. Avoid contact with oxidizers to prevent violent decomposition; implement fume extraction and full-face shields for safe manipulation in confined spaces.
Packaged in 20 kg vented fiberglass-reinforced plastic bins with moisture indicators. Secure in ventilated chemical depots, elevated to avoid floor-level contamination risks.