Pharmaceutical Intermediate Solid Potassium Acetate
CAS NO.: 127-08-2
Molecular Formula: CH3COOK
Molecular Weight: 98.14
Character: white crystal and it is easily soluble in water, acid and alcohol.
Usage: It is used as buffer agent, diuretic of Benzylpenicillin potassium, chemical reagent, industrial catalyst, auxiliaries, and also used in snow & ice melting agent, fertilizer and oilfield drilling.
Package: 25kg plastic woven bag or 1000kg Ton-bag
Storage: It should be stored in a dry and ventilative warehouse, kept away from heat and moisture during transportation, unloaded with care so as to avoid damage. Furthermore, it must be stored separately from poisonous substances.
- Product Description
Pharmaceutical Intermediate Solid Potassium Acetate | High-Purity Buffer & Synthesis Grade | USP EP Compliant Supply
Pharmaceutical Intermediate Solid Potassium Acetate (CAS 127-08-2) is a white crystalline substance with a chemical formula CH3COOK and a molecular weight of 98.14. ≥99% pure, with ≤0.005% chloride and ≤0.0005% heavy metals, it meets rigorous pharmaceutical-grade criteria. It dissolves well in water, acid and alcohol and provides accurate pH buffering and rapid dissolving with no residual contaminants. Manufactured by Shanxi Zhaoyi Chemical Co., Ltd. — Founded in 1988, with 27,000 m² facilities and 150,000 tonnes of annual acetate production capability, this product offers robust, compliant pharmaceutical synthesis processes at any scale.

Technical Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
Product Name | Pharmaceutical Intermediate Solid Potassium Acetate |
CAS Number | 127-08-2 |
Molecular Formula | CH₃COOK |
Molecular Weight | 98.14 |
Content (CH₃COOK) | ≥99.0% |
Appearance | White crystalline powder |
Water Insoluble Matter | Qualified |
Basicity (as K₂CO₃) | ≤0.12% |
Acidity (as HA) | ≤0.05% |
Chloride (Cl) | ≤0.01% |
Sulfate (SO₄) | ≤0.02% |
Iron (Fe) | ≤0.0005% |
Heavy Metal (as Pb) | ≤0.0005% |
Potassium Permanganate Reduction | Qualified |
Solubility | Easily soluble in water, acid, and alcohol |

What Makes Zhaoyi's Approach Different
Shanxi Zhaoyi Chemical is a producer of potassium acetate USP EP, with more than 30 years of expertise in the manufacturing of acetate. It employs raw materials of pharmaceutical grade and a proprietary high-purification technique tailored for pharmaceutical intermediate applications.
Batch consistency is not a happy accident, but a managed norm. Content inaccuracy is controlled at ≤±0.5% from batch to batch – a degree of precision that minimises your synthesis variability and enables consistent output.
Large samples are available before ordering in bulk. The quality you test is the quality you get at scale. Third-party testing, such as by SGS, is supported and technical indicator guarantees are incorporated in the contract.
Standard orders are produced on a 5-7 working day lead time on manufacturing lines. Stock orders are sent within 24 hours. General enquiries: answer within 2 hours. Technical consultation: 24/7 availability
Key Product Characteristics
Purity is the bedrock of every pharmaceutical-grade substance — and here is where quality can make or break your composition. This product, with a purity of ≥99% and chloride ≤0.005%, is above the general industrial grade and meets the requirements of pharmaceutical excipients.
Buffering performance is accurate and trustworthy. It preserves the pH stability of pharmaceutical preparations and is an efficient buffering agent for Benzylpenicillin potassium and other sensitive medication preparations. It is chemically stable at high temperature and high pressure sterilisation conditions, which maintains the integrity of active components throughout the manufacturing process.
The perk is it dissolves rapidly. The chemical immediately dissolves leaving no insoluble behind which might affect the quality of the final preparation. This means fewer downstream purification steps and a cleaner reaction environment for synthetic applications.

Product Applications
This potassium acetate pharmaceutical intermediate has well-defined activities in pharmaceutical and related areas.
It acts as a buffer to preserve pH stability throughout the manufacture and storage of the medicine, which is crucial for injectable and liquid dosage forms.
It is used as an adjuvant to diuretics in the manufacture of Benzylpenicillin potassium where the ionic balance is critical for medication action.
As a chemical reagent and industrial catalyst, it supports synthesis reactions where high purity and consistent reactivity are essential. The optimized indicators for pharmaceutical intermediate applications deliver better reaction promotion than standard-grade potassium acetate.
Beyond pharmaceuticals, this product also finds use in snow and ice melting agents, agricultural fertilizers, and oilfield drilling fluids — demonstrating the versatility of its chemical profile across demanding environments.
Pharmaceutical Intermediate Solid Potassium Acetate vs Other Products
Feature | Our Pharmaceutical Grade | Standard Industrial Grade | Food Grade |
Purity | ≥99.0% | ≥98.0% | ≥99.0% |
Heavy Metals | ≤0.0005% | ≤0.002% | ≤0.001% |
Chloride Content | ≤0.01% | ≤0.05% | ≤0.02% |
Batch Consistency | ±0.5% | ±2.0% | ±1.0% |
Quality Documentation | Complete pharmaceutical compliance | Basic COA | Food safety certificates |
Technical Support | Pharmaceutical formulation expertise | Limited | General guidance |
Sample Testing | Large-scale samples provided | Small samples only | Standard samples |
Third-Party Verification | SGS + contract guarantees | On request | Standard testing |
Certifications & Compliance
Regulatory documentation is an essential part of pharmaceutical procurement decisions. Shanxi Zhaoyi Chemical holds the following certifications:
· ISO 9001 — Quality Management System Certification
· ISO 14001 — Environmental Management System Certification
· ISO 45001 — Occupational Health and Safety Management System Certification
· Kosher Certification
· Halal Certification (applicable food-grade products)
Complete quality inspection reports, COA, MSDS and multilingual conformity documentation are provided for each shipment. We welcome and support the on-site factory audit by local and foreign customers. This kind of paperwork clarity goes a long way in minimising compliance risk for purchasers vetting a potassium acetate pharmaceutical intermediate provider.

Packaging & Logistics
Packaging Option | Specification |
Standard Bag | 25 kg plastic woven bag |
Bulk Bag | 1,000 kg ton bag |
Customization | OEM labeling and packaging format available |
The Pharmaceutical Intermediate Solid Potassium Acetate should be maintained in a dry and ventilated warehouse, during shipment, it should be protected from heat and moisture, should be handled with care to avoid damage, and should be stored apart from dangerous chemicals.
Shanxi Zhaoyi accept FOB, CIF and DAP transaction terms. Long-term partnership with international freight forwarders guarantees dependable delivery schedules and cheap freight prices. Assistance with import/export compliance, MSDS, and customs documents.

Why Pharmaceutical-Grade Matters: Common Industry Pain Points
Many buyers have experienced problems with standard potassium acetate suppliers — and those problems are costly. The most commonly cited difficulties in pharmaceutical procurement include high levels of impurities, variability across batches and missing compliance documents.
Large quality changes between batches may directly influence the stability of your medicinal formulation. Safety issues are introduced if chloride levels are beyond limits or heavy metal contamination is not managed, affecting both regulatory approval and patient outcomes.
Some suppliers also lack the pharmaceutical industry knowledge to provide meaningful technical support. When your team encounters formulation challenges, a supplier that only ships product — without application guidance — adds real risk to your production timeline.
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FAQ
Q: What level of purity does your product comply with?
A: Our product satisfies pharmaceutical excipient requirements, with ≥99% purity, chloride ≤0.005% and heavy metals ≤0.0005%. Each batch is delivered with full COA and quality inspection records.
Q: Will you guarantee batch-to-batch uniformity for pharmaceutical production?
A: Yes. Our content mistake is regulated to ≤±0.5% each batch. We employ pharmaceutical quality raw ingredients and a specific high-purification process to assure consistent consistency batch after batch.
Q: Do you have third party testing before bulk order?
A: Definitely. We also provide third-party testing from reputable firms such as SGS. You may also evaluate quality before committing to a big order with large pre-shipment samples.
Q: Do you provide OEM packaging and documentation for overseas markets?
A: Yes. We offer: OEM labels, customised package forms, multi-language MSDS, COA and compliance documentation according to your target market needs.
Q: How long does it take to get a pharma-grade potassium acetate order?
A: Normal manufacturing time is around 5-7 business days. In-stock orders sent within 24 hours. General enquiries are answered within 2 hours.
Q: What regulatory certifications does Shanxi Zhaoyi Chemical have?
A: We are ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certified, and Kosher and Halal certified. For clients that have strict criteria on supplier qualification, we may provide on-site factory audit.
Contact Us
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