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Potassium citrate monobasic (CAS 866-83-1)

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Alternate Names:
Citric acid monopotassium salt; Potassium dihydrogen citrate
Application:
Potassium citrate monobasic is a buffering agent and chelator
CAS Number:
866-83-1
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
230.21
Molecular Formula:
KH2C6H5O7
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Potassium citrate monobasic is a compound that functions as a buffering agent in various experimental applications. It acts by regulating the pH of solutions, particularly in biochemical and molecular biology experiments. Potassium Citrate Monobasic′s mechanism of action involves its ability to neutralize acidic conditions, thereby stabilizing the pH level within a specific range. In development applications, it is utilized to maintain the optimal pH for enzymatic reactions, cell culture growth, and protein purification processes. Potassium citrate monobasic achieves this by interacting with hydrogen ions, effectively preventing drastic changes in acidity that could compromise experimental outcomes. Its role in maintaining pH stability is ensuring the accuracy and reliability of experimental results in various scientific investigations.


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Potassium citrate monobasic, 250 g

sc-215737
250 g
$47.00

Potassium citrate monobasic, 1 kg

sc-215737A
1 kg
$160.00