Potassium chloride

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

CAS No 7447-40-7; Chlorine Potassium; potassium chloride; potassium chloridum

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Potassium chloride is the potassium salt of hydrochloric acid. It forms fabless crystals or a white crystalline powder with a salty and slightly bitter taste. The substance is easily soluble in water and insoluble in ethanol.

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Food additive (E 508)

Firming agent, flavour enhancer in
Prepared dishes
seasonings
Dietetic foods

Authors

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer