SYNONYMS Monobasic potassium phosphate, monopotassium monophosphate
potassium acid phosphate, potassium biphosphate; INS No. 340(i)
DEFINITION
Chemical names Potassium dihydrogenphosphate, monopotassium dihydrogenorthophosphate, monopotassium dihydrogen monophosphate
C.A.S. number 7778-77-0
Chemical formula KH2PO4
Formula weight 136.09
Assay Not less than 98.0% after drying
DESCRIPTION Odourless, colourless crystals or white granular or crystalline powder
FUNCTIONAL USES Buffer, neutralizing agent, sequestrant, yeast food
