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Product Description
Definition
Dipotassium hydrogen phosphate, with the chemical formula K2HPO4, is an inorganic compound composed of potassium, hydrogen, phosphorus, and oxygen. It is a white, odorless crystalline powder or granules. As a potassium and phosphorus-containing compound, it plays a crucial role in various industries due to its dual - nutrient characteristics. It belongs to the family of phosphate salts and is known for its high solubility in water, which enables it to release potassium and phosphate ions easily in aqueous solutions.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical Properties: Dipotassium hydrogen phosphate has a density of approximately 2.44 g/cm3. It has a melting point of around 340°C, at which it decomposes rather than melts in the traditional sense. It is highly soluble in water, with a solubility of about 150 g per 100 mL of water at 20°C. The solid form is stable under normal storage conditions and has a relatively low hygroscopicity.
Chemical Properties: It is a weak base in solution. It can react with acids to form other phosphate salts and water. For example, when reacting with HCl, it produces potassium chloride and phosphoric-acid. It can also participate in precipitation reactions with certain metal ions. In the presence of metal salts like calcium salts, it may form insoluble calcium phosphate precipitates.
Production Methods
One common production method is the reaction between phosphoric-acid and KOH. Phosphoric-acid is neutralized with KOH in a carefully controlled stoichiometric ratio. The reaction equation can be simply expressed as H3PO4 + 2KOH = K2HPO4 + 2H2O. Another method involves the reaction of potassium carbonate with phosphoric-acid. The carbon dioxide gas is released during this reaction, and potassium hydrogen phosphate is formed. The reaction is H3PO4 + K2CO3 = K2HPO4 + CO2 + H2O. These reactions are usually carried out in reactors, and the product is then isolated through processes such as evaporation, crystallization, and drying.
Storage Methods
Dipotassium hydrogen phosphate should be stored in a cool, dry, and well - ventilated area. It should be kept away from sources of heat and direct sunlight to prevent thermal decomposition. It should also be stored separately from strong acids, strong bases, and reactive chemicals to avoid unwanted chemical reactions. The storage containers should be tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which could affect its physical and chemical properties.
Market Information
The global market for dipotassium hydrogen phosphate is driven by the demand from multiple sectors. The agricultural industry is a major consumer, leading to a stable market growth. The price of dipotassium hydrogen phosphate can be influenced by factors such as the cost of raw materials (phosphoric-acid, KOH or potassium carbonate), energy prices for production, and transportation costs. Market competition is relatively intense, with many manufacturers both in developed and developing countries vying for market share.
Downstream Industrial Chain
In the agricultural downstream chain, it is used as a key ingredient in compound fertilizers. It is also utilized in the production of feed additives, enhancing the nutritional value of animal feeds. In the food industry, it is used in the production of food additives, improving the texture and shelf - life of various food products. Additionally, it serves as a raw material in the manufacturing of some industrial chemicals and water treatment agents.
Product Parameters
Item |
Specification |
Result |
Appearance |
White crystalline powder |
Conforms |
Assay (as K2HPO4, dry basis) |
≥ 98.0% |
98.6% |
pH (1% solution) |
8.5-9.6 |
9.1 |
Moisture |
≤ 1.0% |
0.4% |
Chloride (Cl) |
≤ 0.05% |
0.02% |
Sulfate (SO4) |
≤ 0.05% |
0.03% |
Heavy Metals (Pb) |
≤ 10 ppm |
< 10 ppm |
As |
≤ 3 ppm |
< 3 ppm |
Water Insoluble Matter |
≤ 0.2% |
0.05% |
Packaging & Shipping
25kg/50kg bag---27tons/1FCL without pallet
1000kg bag---25tons/1FCL without pallet


Application
Agriculture: As a fertilizer, it provides essential potassium and phosphorus nutrients to plants, promoting root development, enhancing crop resistance to diseases and stress, and increasing yields. In animal feed, it helps meet the nutritional requirements of livestock, improving their growth and health.
Food Industry: It functions as a buffering agent, emulsifier, and sequestrant in food processing. It helps maintain the pH balance of food products, improves the stability of emulsions, and binds metal ions to prevent oxidation and spoilage.
Industrial Applications: In the chemical industry, it is used in the synthesis of various chemicals. In water treatment, it can be used to adjust the pH of water and as a part of water - softening processes. It also has applications in the electroplating industry, where it helps in the formation of uniform metal coatings.
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Company Profile
Shandong Jiuchong Chemical Company Limited was founded in 2016, which is located in Weifang City, Shandong Province, China. We have 228 square meters of office space. Now Jiuchong chemical is a large modern international chemical enterprise with more than 28 series. Since our establishment, the company has gradually established and improved a sound supply chain system, quality monitoring system and service system, ensuring products quality and service.
At the same time, relying on our own geographical location and resource advantages, our company is committed to the optimization of a variety of chemical supply chain, including magnesium chloride, sodium metabisulfite, sodium bicarbonate, calcium chloride, magnesium sulfate, polyaluminium chloride, aluminium sulfate, industrial salt, soda ash etc.
Our products are sold well in 288 domestic cities and more than 36 foreign countries. Now the company has won the praise and trust of domestic and foreign customers. Based on stable quality and output, good team service and staff efforts, we will continue to develop domestic and foreign markets.
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