What is Potassium Metabisulphite

Potassium metabisulfite is a food preservative, which preserves the natural colour of food and protects food against bacteria. The winemaking industry uses it as an additive during the bottling process.

Synonyms: Potassium pyrosulphite, Dipotassium disulfite, Dipotassium disulphite
INCI: Potassium Metabisulphite
Chemical Formula: K2O5S2
CAS Number: 16731-55-8

Product Specifications

Characteristics

Chemical Formula	K2O5S2
CAS Number	16731-55-8
Molar Weight	222.312g/mol
Specific Gravity	2.34
Melting Point	190 °C

Uses and Applications for Potassium Metabisulphite

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Pharma
Water Treatment
Cleaning
Animal Nutrition
Coatings & Construction
Food and Nutrition
Agriculture
Polymers

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