Also known as potassium hydrogen carbonate or potassium acid carbonate is a colorless, odorless, slightly basic, salty substance. According to the (FDA), potassium bicarbonate is "generally recognized as safe". There is no evidence of human carcinogenicity.
Rishi Chemical Works Pvt. Ltd is a leading manufacturer of Potassium Bicarbonate in India. All of our staff at Rishi Chemicals has completed training in the good manufacturing code of practise.
As a premier Potassium Bicarbonate Manufacturer in India, Rishi Chemical Works is dedicated to producing high-purity, food-grade, and USP-grade Potassium Bicarbonate. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility ensures a consistent and reliable supply of this versatile compound, essential for the food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and agriculture industries. We specialize in supplying low-sodium baking powder ingredients, effective fire extinguishing agents, pH balancers, and potassium fortifiers. Committed to quality and customer satisfaction, we offer flexible packaging and pan-India distribution. Partner with us for your industrial chemical needs and experience the difference of working with a trusted Indian manufacturer.
Our high levels of service and technical expertise to our customers mean we are able to offer support throughout the process, from enquiry to delivery and beyond. This ensures our customers receive the agreed standards and practices for the manufacture of their chemicals.
Our commitment to excellence, stringent quality control, and robust logistics make us the preferred partner for industries seeking a dependable Potassium Bicarbonate supplier in India.
- Cas No:
- 298-14-6
- Formula:
- KHCO3
- Molecular Weight:
- 100.1
- Character:
- White or almost white crystalline powder or colorless crystals. Freely soluble in water, practically insoluble in ethanol (96%).
- Packaging:
- 50 Kg. HDPE bags with polyliner inside.
- Storage:
- Store in a cool & dry place, protected from heat or sunlight.
Available Grade & Specification
| Item | IP | USP |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | 99.0% - 101.0% | 99.5% - 101.5% |
| Identification | Positive | Positive |
| Appearance of solution | Clear & Colorless | |
| Carbonates | pH NMT 8.6 | |
| Ammonium salts | 20 PPM Max | |
| Chlorides | 150 PPM Max | |
| Sulphate | 150PPM Max | |
| Calcium | 100 PPM Max | |
| Iron | 20 PPM max | |
| Sodium | 0.5% max | |
| Heavy metals | 10 PPM Max | 0.001%Max |
| Loss on drying | 0.3% Max | |
| Normal Carbonates | NMT 2.5% | |
| Organic volatile impurities | Meets the requirement |
Application & Industries
Used as alkaliser in pharma products.
A strong buffering agent in medications.
Potassium supplement.
Leavening agent in baking as source of Carbon Dioxide.
Wine making as an additive.
pH regulation as a base.
Common ingredient in Club soda.
Used in mfg. of bottled water to effect taste.
Foaming and fizzing agent in instant beverages.
Aid in extruded product.
Used in dry chemical fire extinguishers.
Scavenger of acidic fire bye product.
Effect fungicide against powdery apple scab.
Used in organic farming.
Especially used to neutralize acidic soils.
Absorption of Potassium by soils is enhanced.