Potassium hexacyanoferrate (ii)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

CAS No 13746-66-2; Ferric potassium cyanatum rubrum; Potassium ferracyanide; Potassium ferricyanatum; Red potash; red prussiate of potash

Definition
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Potassium hexacyanoferrate (II) is a red, shiny substance that occurs in crystalline form. It is very easily soluble in water and insoluble in ethanol.

Field of application/use
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Food additive (E 536)

Release agent

Potassium hexacyanoferrate (II) is approved exclusively for use in table salt and table salt substitutes. A maximum limit of 20 mg/kg applies.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020