Appearance
White odorless granular powder
Function
Used in the production of cocoa powder to balance the pH (i.e. reduce the amount of acidity) of natural cocoa beans (it also helps enhance the aroma). It is also used as a buffering agent in the production of mead or wine.
Synonyms
Potassium Carbonate FCC Anhyd; Unichem POCARB; Pearl dust; Kaliumcarbonat; Montreal potash
Storage
Keep container closed when not in use. Avoid elevated and freezing temperatures.
Packages
- 250 Gram HD{E WM Bottle
- 250 ml. HDPE Bottle
- 5 kg. Pail
- 50 lb. Bag
- 50 lb. Fiber Drum
- 1 lb. Bulk
Industry
- Food & bev.
Product Class
- Buffering agents
- leavening agents
Other
- Origin: Synthetic
- Shelf life: 5 years from mfg. date
- Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 S 2 CL 85
- Kosher Status: Not Kosher
- Flash Point: N/A
- Melting Point: 891 øC (1,636 øF)
- API: NO
- Allergen: NO
- Hazmat: YES
- Molecular Weight: 138.20 g/mol