Potassium Dihydrogen Phosphate

Potassium Dihydrogen Phosphate also known as Monopotassium Phosphate (MKP) or KDP, is a highly soluble, white crystalline inorganic salt. It is widely used as a high-efficiency fertilizer, pH buffer in food/pharmaceuticals, and in nonlinear optical materials, featuring high phosphorus and potassium content for plant health and cellular applications. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a mineral/inorganic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Monopotassium phosphate and Potassium phosphate monobasic. Its PubChem CID is 516951.

CAS No 7778-77-0
Molecular Formula H2KO4P
Molecular Weight 136.086 g/mol
Synonyms potassium dihydrogen phosphate

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