KHCO2

ceramic
· JVASP-85696· KHCO2

KHCO₂ (potassium bicarbonate) is an inorganic ceramic compound belonging to the alkali metal carbonate family, typically used in specialized industrial and environmental applications rather than structural engineering. It appears in fire suppression systems, food processing, and laboratory applications where its chemical reactivity and thermal stability are advantageous. While not a primary engineering ceramic for load-bearing applications, potassium bicarbonate ceramics are notable in niche markets requiring non-toxic, environmentally benign alternatives to halogenated fire suppressants and in applications requiring specific ionic conductivity or catalytic properties.

fire suppression systemsfood processing additivesenvironmental remediationlaboratory reagentsnon-toxic alternatives to conventional suppressants

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Bulk Modulus(K)
Pa
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
-
Shear Modulus(G)
Pa
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Density(ρ)
kg/m³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.