Potassium carbonate is the inorganic compound with the formula K2CO3. It is a white salt, which is soluble in water. It is deliquescent, often appearing as a damp or wet solid.
Potassium carbonate is mainly used in the production of soap, glass and porcelain, but has other uses,
As a mild drying agent, it may be used to dry some ketones, alcohols, and amines prior to distillation.
Essential ingredient in some noodle recipes, particularly ramen, as a component of kansui, an alkaline solution that gives noodles their characteristic yellow color, chewy texture, and firmness.
Balancing the pH of natural cocoa beans, it also enhances aroma.
As a buffering agent in the production of mead or wine.
Fire suppressant in extinguishing deep-fat fryers and various other B class-related fires.
As an ingredient in welding fluxes, and in the flux coating on arc-welding rods.
Animal feed ingredient to satisfy the potassium requirements of farmed animals.




