Potassium bisulfate

Potassium bisulfate

KHSO₄ Water-soluble, colourless crystals, melting at 214_C; used in winemaking, fertiliser manufacture, and as a flux and food preservative. Also known as acid potassium sulfate; potassium acid sulfate.

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