Carbonate (CED0000265)

Carbonate (CO3) is a compound with an average molecular weight of 60.01 g/mol. Carbonate belongs to the organic carbonic acids, a subclass of organic carbonic acids and derivatives within the organic compounds. In environmental contexts, it serves as a buffer (PMC11085512). The compound is found in or released from 73 recorded sources across various sectors. In the Electrical & Electronic Equipment sector, it is associated with antennas, amplifiers, adjustable resistors, coils, and auxiliary devices, among 19 other items. Within household cleaning and consumer products, it is found in bleaching agents, ash trays, cigar cigarettes, other smoking requisites, and non electric simulated smoking devices, among 6 others. Building and construction sources include roofs, floors, ceilings, fencing, and waterproofing sprays, along with 4 additional sources. In the food, food processing and cookware sector, it is linked to brew kettles, the preparation of malt, the preparation of vinegar, the preparation of wine or sparkling wine, and fermentation processes for beer, among 4 others. It is also present in aquatic systems and sediments, including seawater, freshwater, surface water, and groundwater, as well as drinking water and water supply sources such as bottled water, tap water, desalinated water, and drinking water. It is found in 6 more sectors. Recorded exposure routes for the compound include touch, oral, and inhalation.