Potassium phenyl sulphate (CED0002419)

Potassium phenyl sulphate is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H6O4S and an average molecular weight of 212.26 g/mol. Potassium phenyl sulphate belongs to the arylsulfates, a subclass of organic sulfuric acids and derivatives within the organic compounds. This substance is associated with 13 recorded sources of occurrence or release. Within the category of electrical and electronic equipment, it is found in antennas, coils, communication cables or conductors, electric switches, and gas filled discharge tubes with solid cathode, among three other sources. Additionally, it is released from sources related to food, food processing and cookware, specifically during the processing of meats and the preparation of malt, vinegar, and wort, as well as during fermentation processes for beer.