potassium hypochlorite
Identification
| Name | potassium hypochlorite |
| IUPAC | potassium;hypochlorite |
| CAS Number | 7778-66-7 |
| FDA UNII | G27K3AQ7DW |
| Molecular Formula | Cl K O |
| Molecular Weight | 90.54950000 |
| Nikkaji Number | J35.507K |
Regulatory
| FDA Mainterm (IAUFC) | 7778-66-7 ; POTASSIUM HYPOCHLORITE |
Physical Properties
| Assay | 95.00 to 100.00 |
| Food Chemicals Codex Listed | No |
No sensory data available
Safety Information
| Oral/Parenteral Toxicity | Not determined |
| Dermal Toxicity | Not determined |
| Inhalation Toxicity | Not determined |
GHS Classification
['GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)', 'GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements']
Safety in Use
| Category | indirect food additives: adjuvants, production aids, and sanitizers |
| Recommendation for potassium hypochlorite usage levels up to | not for fragrance use. |
| Recommendation for potassium hypochlorite flavor usage levels up to | not for flavor use. |
No supplier data available
Potential Uses
Natural Occurrence
Synonyms
hypochlorous acid, potassium salt (1:1)
potassium;hypochlorite
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