Potassium Acetate

Potassium Acetate is the potassium salt of acetic acid. It is a hygroscopic solid under room temperature. It can be produced by treating a potassium-containing base, such as: potassium hydroxide or potassium carbonate with acetic acid. Also known as KA, potassium acetate is a water-soluble fertilizer used to provide plants with potassium, an essential nutrient for growth. It can be used in liquid formulations and as a foliar spray to quickly correct potassium deficiencies and enhance plant funcitons like photosynthesis, water regulation and disease resistance. Another use for Potassium Acetate is an effective deicer and anti-icer, particularly for airport runways, because it is fast-acting, less corrosive than salt and is FAA approved.

Synonyms

Potassium Ethanoat, E261, KA

Chemical Formula

C2H3KO2

CAS Number

127-08-2