POTASSIUM ACETATE (CED0000758)

Potassium acetate is an organic compound with the formula C2H3KO2 and an average molecular weight of 98.14 g/mol. POTASSIUM ACETATE belongs to the carboxylic acid derivatives, a subclass of carboxylic acids and derivatives within the organic compounds. In industrial applications, the compound serves as a film former, a catalyst (PMC10490356), and a base (PMC10552653). It is further utilized as a flavouring and nutrient, as well as a processing aid not otherwise specified. Potassium acetate is found in or released from 20 recorded sources. These include electrical and electronic equipment, such as antennas, communication cables or conductors, auxiliary devices, cores yokes or armatures, and emergency protective devices. It is also associated with food, food processing and cookware, specifically in the preparation of vinegar, wine or sparkling wine, and wort, as well as cellar tools and the processing of meats. Within household cleaning and consumer products, it appears in tobacco product moisture control, pipe accessories, other smoking requisites, and non electric simulated smoking devices. In the sector of healthcare, pharmaceuticals and veterinary products, it is used as an IV solution additive, with intravenous administration as a recorded exposure route. Regarding its biological activity, one protein target has been recorded for potassium acetate: the sodium/potassium-transporting ATPase subunit alpha-1 (ATP1A1).