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Lohtragon® O16 based on Dipotassium Oxalate 1-hydrate (CAS No. 6487-48-5) is suitable for demanding industrial and technical applications. As a well-defined potassium oxalate salt, it offers reliable performance in surface treatment, catalyst preparation, and chemical synthesis processes. Its strong complexing properties and controlled reactivity make it a versatile component in metal-related and crystallization-controlled systems.
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Synonyms: Potasium Oxalate, neutral
| Formula | C2K2O4 * H2O |
| Molecular weight | 184.24 g/mol |
| CAS No.: | 6487-48-5 |
| EINECS No.: | 209-506-8 |
| HS No.: | 29171100 |
| Product parameter | Additional information | Storage conditions | Retest period |
|---|---|---|
| Well soluble oxalate, reducing agent | Keep well closed, dry and at room temperature.; 36 months |
++ > 100 g/l | + 10 - 100 g/l | − 1 - 10 g/l | −− < 1 g/l
The solubility specified here was measured in water. The solubility is influenced by many factors in the application.
Lohtragon® O16 acts as an effective complexing agent in electroplating and metal surface treatment processes. The oxalate ligand forms stable complexes with multivalent metal ions, supporting controlled metal ion activity in solution. This contributes to improved bath stability, more uniform metal distribution, and reliable deposition results.
Key benefits of Dipotassium Oxalate 1-hydrate in electroplating and surface treatment
Lohtragon® O16 serves as a controlled precursor and complexing component in catalyst preparation and advanced material synthesis. Through its coordination ability, it enables defined metal complex formation. Upon controlled thermal treatment, it can be transformed into potassium-containing or metal oxide materials, supporting precise synthesis pathways.
Key benefits of Dipotassium Oxalate 1-hydrate in catalyst and material applications:
Lohtragon® O16 provides strong chelating properties in chemical synthesis processes. By controlling metal ion availability and influencing reaction equilibria, it supports defined reaction pathways and stable process conditions. Its high solubility enables straightforward integration into aqueous systems.
Key benefits of Dipotassium Oxalate 1-hydrate in chemical synthesis:
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