INTRODUCTION

Potassium sodium tartrate commonly known as Rochelle salt, is a double salt of tartaric acid. It is a white crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water. This compound is well known for its piezoelectric properties and has been historically used in various scientific and industrial applications.

MANUFACTURE

The production of potassium sodium tartrate involves the reaction between tartaric acid, sodium carbonate (Na₂CO₃), and potassium carbonate (K₂CO₃).

SynonymsPotassium sodium tartrate tetrahydrate; Potassium sodium L-tartrate tetrahydrate; Potassium sodium dextro-tartrate
CAS no.6381-59-5
EINECS no.206-156-8
Molecular formulaKNaC₄H₄O₆·4H₂O
Molecular weight282.22
Structure

APPLICATIONS

Electronics & Piezoelectric Devices:
Used in early microphones, phonograph pickups, and oscillators due to its piezoelectric properties.
Food Industry:
Acts as a food additive (E337) and stabilizer in baking powders.
Pharmaceuticals:
Used in certain medications as a mild laxative.
Analytical Chemistry:
Functions as a reagent in Fehling’s solution for detecting reducing sugars.
Metal Cleaning & Electroplating:
Helps in metal treatment and polishing solutions.
Optical and Scientific Applications:
Previously used in polarized optical devices and scientific experiments.

SPECIFICATIONS

TestUnitSpecification
AppearanceWhite crystalline powder
SolubilitySoluble in water
pH at 25°C6.00 – 8.50
Acidity/AlkalinityNMT 0.1 ml of 0.1N NaOH and 0.1N HCl is required
Additional tests:
IronppmMax 5.0
ChlorideppmMax 5.0
SulphateppmMax 25.0
Assay%Min 99.5

PACKING

25 kg bag/drum

STORAGE

Store in airtight container in a cool, dry place

REACH status

Not registered

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