Dipotassium metasilicate (CED0034420)

Dipotassium metasilicate is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula K2O3Si and an average molecular weight of 154.28 g/mol. Dipotassium metasilicate belongs to the alkali metal silicates, a subclass of alkali metal oxoanionic compounds within the inorganic compounds. In industrial applications, the compound serves as a chelating agent. It is found in or released from 42 recorded sources across several categories. Within electrical and electronic equipment, it is associated with amplifiers, antennas, coils, communication cables or conductors, and colour television systems, among 15 other sources. Its presence in household cleaning and consumer products includes match receptacles or boxes, ash trays, non electric simulated smoking devices, other smoking requisites, and cigar cigarettes, plus three additional sources. In the realm of building and construction, the compound is linked to ceilings, floors, roofs, stairs and ramps, sunshades awnings or outside screens, and two other sources. Furthermore, dipotassium metasilicate is identified in food, food processing, and cookware, specifically in the processing of meats and fish, the preparation of vinegar and wort, and fermentation processes for beer. Finally, it is found in household items such as coins and medals.