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Monopotassium phosphate is produced by the action of phosphoric acid on potassium carbonate.
Monopotassium phosphate can then be crystallized into boules, large crystals by dissolving the KDP in hot water and salt, creating a growth solution, placing a seed crystal in the solution and then cooling the solution, done in a holden-type crystallizer, in what is known as solution growth.
Monopotassium phosphate—also known as potassium dihydrogen phosphate (chemical formula: KH₂PO₄)—is a water-soluble, crystalline salt that consists of one potassium ion (K⁺) and one dihydrogen phosphate ion (H₂PO₄⁻).
CAS Number: 7778-77-0
Molecular Formula: H2KO4P
Molecular Weight: 136.085541
EINECS Number: 231-913-4
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Monopotassium phosphate it is often used as a fertilizer, food additive, and buffering agent.
The salt often cocrystallizes with the dipotassium salt as well as with phosphoric acid.
Single crystals are paraelectric at room temperature.
At temperatures below −150 °C (−238 °F), they become ferroelectric.
Monopotassium phosphate can exist in several polymorphs.
At room temperature it forms paraelectric crystals with tetragonal symmetry.
Upon cooling to −150 °C (−238 °F) it transforms to a ferroelectric phase of orthorhombic symmetry, and the transition temperature shifts up to −50 °C (−58 °F) when hydrogen is replaced by deuterium.
Heating to 190 °C (374 °F) changes its structure to monoclinic.
When heated further, MKP decomposes, by loss of water, to potassium metaphosphate, KPO3, at 400 °C (752 °F).
Monopotassium phosphate is widely recognized for its dual role as a fertilizer and a buffering agent, and it is commonly used in agriculture, food processing, and laboratory applications due to its excellent solubility and stable pH characteristics.
Monopotassium phosphate appears as a white, odorless solid that easily dissolves in water to form a clear solution, and it typically has a neutral to slightly acidic pH, depending on concentration.
Its structure makes it an effective source of both potassium and phosphorus, two essential macronutrients required for plant growth, metabolic activity, and energy transfer, particularly in the form of ATP (adenosine triphosphate).
In agriculture, monopotassium phosphate is frequently used as a high-purity fertilizer, especially in hydroponics, fertigation systems, and foliar sprays, where it delivers nutrients quickly and efficiently without contributing excess nitrogen or harmful residues.
Its balanced composition supports root development, flowering, and fruit formation, while also improving the plant’s stress resistance under drought or disease pressure.
Monopotassium phosphate is a kind of highly efficient and rapid dissolving phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizer containing, phosphorus and potassium, two elements for providing the necessary nutrients for plant growth and development, being applicable to any soil and crop, especially being applicable to the treatment of regions of simultaneous lack of phosphorus and potassium nutrients and phosphorus-preferred and potassium-preferred crops.
Monopotassium phosphate is mostly used for root top dressing, seed soaking, and seed dressing, being able to yield significant effect.
If it sued for the roots fertilization, it can be used as basal fertilizer, seed fertilizer or moderate-late phase topdressing.
Monopotassium phosphates aqueous solution can react with silver nitrate, generating yellow phosphorus dihydrogen phosphate precipitation, being able to be used as a differential reaction.
As potassium dihydrogen phosphate is expensive, there is less agricultural production.
Therefore, it is generally applied of the soaking or root top dressing for application.
For crop soaking, the commonly used concentration is 0.2%.
After dipping 18~20h, the field can be sown after drying. For root top dressing, if spraying alone, the highest concentration can be 0.5%.
If within the range of jointing-booting stage of wheat and rice, we can spray for 1 or 2 times during the cotton, rape early flowering phase.
Upon spraying 2 times, the interval can be about 7 to 10 days with the liquid usage amount per acre being about 100~150kg.
Monopotassium phosphate can also be combined with other nutrients to be formulated into compound nutrition for foliage top-dressing.
For example, the leaf fertilizer used for field crops in North China has its main ingredient be exactly potassium dihydrogen phosphate, urea and the addition inclusion of some trace elements.
In recent years, the use of blade complex nutrition also mostly adopts the potassium dihydrogen phosphate as a high concentration and excellent hydrophilic phosphate and potassium fertilizer source.
With the development of facilities of horticultural crops and drip irrigation, fertilizer irrigation, the increasing daily demand for potassium dihydrogen phosphate is also increasing.
Fertilizer-grade Monopotassium phosphate powder contains the equivalent of 52% P2O5 and 34% K2O, and is labeled NPK 0-52-34.
Monopotassium phosphate powder is often used as a nutrient source in the greenhouse trade and in hydroponics.
Crystals of Monopotassium phosphate are used in optical modulators and for non-linear optics such as second-harmonic generation (SHG).
Monopotassium phosphate, with slightly different properties, is also used in nonlinear frequency conversion of laser light.
The replacement of protons with deuterons in the crystal shifts the third overtone of the strong OH molecular stretch to longer wavelengths, moving it mostly out of the range of the fundamental line at approximately 1064 nm of neodymium-based lasers.
Regular Monopotassium phosphate has absorbances at this wavelength of approximately 4.7–6.3% per cm of thickness while highly deuterated KDP has absorbances of typically less than 0.8% per cm.
Monopotassium phosphate is also used as an ingredient in sports drinks such as Gatorade and Powerade.
In medicine, monopotassium phosphate is used for phosphate substitution in hypophosphatemia.
Monopotassium phosphate, MKP, (also potassium dihydrogenphosphate, KDP, or monobasic potassium phosphate) is the inorganic compound with the formula KH2PO4.
Together with dipotassium phosphate (K2HPO4.(H2O)x) it is often used as a fertilizer, food additive, and buering agent.
The salt often cocrystallizes with the dipotassium salt as well as with phosphoric acid.
Single crystals are paraelectric at room temperature.
At temperatures below −150 °C (−238 °F), they become ferroelectric.
Potassium salts are well absorbed from the GI tract.
Ingested phosphates are absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.
However, the presence of large amounts of calcium or aluminum may lead to formation of insoluble phosphate and reduce the net absorption.
Monopotassium Phosphate Easygro does not contain nitrogen and is low in sodium, which makes sure the product does not curdle.
Monopotassium Phosphate Easygro contributes to the plant's transport and creation of sugars, starch and acids.
Monopotassium phosphate increases the fruits quality and preservability and stimulates the growth of the roots and fruits.
Crucial for plant strengthening: the transport of energy in the plants cell is handled and the elements in the fertilizer contribute to the building blocks for cell walls.
Monopotassium phosphate this fertilizer contains a high content of Phosphate
Monopotassium phosphate this Easygro contains a special coating that allows the contents to flow easily from the bag.
Melting point: 252.6 °C (lit.)
Boiling point: > 450 °C
Bulk density: 1200 kg/m³
Density: 2.338 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Vapor pressure: 0 Pa at 25 ℃
Refractive index: 1.4864
Storage temp.: Store at +5°C to +30°C.
Solubility: H2O: 1.5 M at 20 °C, clear, colorless
Form: powder
Color: White transparent
Specific Gravity: 2.338
Odor: Odorless
pH: 4.2–4.6 (20 g/L, H2O, 20 ℃)
pKa: (1) 2.15, (2) 6.82, (3) 12.38 (at 25 ℃)
Biological source: rabbit
Water Solubility: 222 g/L (20 ºC)
Sensitive: Hygroscopic
λmax: λ: 260 nm Amax: 0.046
λ: 280 nm Amax: 0.040
Decomposition: 253 °C
Merck: 14,7659
Specific Activity: 25–33 nmol/min·mg
Stability: Hygroscopic
InChIKey: GNSKLFRGEWLPPA-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Monopotassium Phosphate is a potassium salt in which dihydrogen phosphate(1-) is the counterion.
Monopotassium Phosphate has a role as a fertilizer.
Monopotassium Phosphate is a potassium salt and an inorganic phosphate.
Monopotassium phosphate may be prepared by partial neutralization of phosphoric acid with potassium hydroxide in equimolar amounts:H3PO4+ KOH →KH2PO4+ H2O.
Monopotassium phosphate, MKP, (also potassium dihydrogenphosphate, KDP, or monobasic potassium phosphate), KH2PO4, is a soluble salt of potassium and the dihydrogen phosphate ion.
It is a source of phosphorus and potassium as well as a buffering agent.
Monopotassium Phosphate can be used in fertilizer mixtures to reduce escape of ammonia by keeping pH low.
Monopotassium Phosphate crystals are colorless, soluble in water and hygroscopic in nature.Upon heating through 187°C, phase transition occurs in KH2PO4, crystal system changes from tetragonal to monoclinic, lattice parameters at 195°C are α=7.47?, b =7.33?, c =14.49?, α=?=90° and γ=92.2.
Potassium phosphate monobasic also referred to as monopotassium phosphate or potassium dihydrogen phosphate is a soluble salt of potassium that serves as a buffering agent.
It enhances the solubility of calcium and phosphorus in amino acid plus dextrose solutions and hence assists in improving the mineral balance of parenterally fed low birth weight infants.
Potassium is the major cation of intracellular fluid and is essential for maintenance of acid-base balance, isotonicity, and electrodynamic characteristics of the cell.
Potassium is an important activator in many enzymatic reactions and is essential to a number of physiologic processes including transmission of nerve impulses; contraction of cardiac, smooth, and skeletal muscles; gastric secretion; renal function; tissue synthesis; and carbohydrate metabolism.
Monopotassium Phosphate is a major intracellular anion that participates in providing energy for metabolism of substrates and contributes to important metabolic and enzymatic reactions in almost all organs and tissues.
Monopotassium Phosphate exerts a modifying influence on calcium concentrations, a buffering effect on acid-base equilibrium, and has a major role in the renal excretion of hydrogen ions.
In the food industry, monopotassium phosphate serves as an acidity regulator, emulsifier, and stabilizer in a wide variety of processed foods and beverages.
It helps maintain a consistent pH, improves texture in dairy products, and can also act as a yeast nutrient in fermentation processes, particularly in baking and brewing.
Monopotassium phosphate is also used in pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, where it functions as a buffering agent in cell culture media, diagnostic reagents, and intravenous fluids.
Its buffering capacity helps maintain a stable pH environment, which is critical for many biochemical reactions and laboratory procedures.
From a chemical standpoint, KH₂PO₄ is part of the phosphate salt family and is considered relatively non-toxic and environmentally friendly when used appropriately.
However, in high concentrations or in improperly managed runoff from agricultural fields, it can contribute to eutrophication in water bodies, which leads to algae blooms and aquatic ecosystem imbalance.
Dissolve it in boiling distilled water (2mL/g), keep on a boiling water-bath for several hours, then filter it through paper pulp to remove any turbidity.
Cool rapidly with constant stirring, and the crystals are collected on to hardened filter paper, using suction, washed twice with ice-cold water, once with 50% EtOH, and dried at 105o.
Alternative crystallisations are from water, then 50% EtOH, and again water, or from concentrated aqueous solution by addition of EtOH.
Monopotassium Phosphate is freed from traces of Cu by extracting its aqueous solution with diphenylthiocarbazone in CCl4, followed by repeated extraction with CCl4 to remove traces of diphenylthiocarbazone.
As a crystal, Monopotassium phosphate is noted for its non-linear optical properties.
Used in optical modulators and for non linear optics such as second-harmonic generation (SHG).
Also to be noted is Monopotassium phosphate, potassium dideuterium phosphate, with slightly dierent properties.
Highly deuterated Monopotassium Phosphate is used in nonlinear frequency conversion of laser light instead of protonated (regular) KDP due to the fact that the replacement of protons with deuterons in the crystal shifts the third overtone of the strong OH molecular stretch to longer wavelengths, moving it mostly out of the range of the fundamental line at approximately 1064 nm of neodymium-based lasers.
Monopotassium Phosphate has absorbances at this wavelength of approximately 4.7–6.3% per cm of thickness while highly deuterated KDP has absorbances of typically less than 0.8% per cm.
Monopotassium phosphate eliminate the odor, rash, and turbidity present with ammoniacal urine associated with urinary tract infections. However, use of phosphates for urea splitting urinary tract infections may predispose to struvite stones that form in alkaline urine.
Potassium and sodium phosphates combination and Monopotassium phosphate have been used to reduce urinary calcium concentration and help prevent precipitation of calcium deposits in the urinary tract.
At the renal distal tubule, the secretion of hydrogen by the tubular cell in exchange for sodium in the tubular urine converts dibasic phosphate salts to monobasic phosphate salts.
Therefore, large amounts of acid can be excreted without lowering the pH of the urine to a degree that would block hydrogen transport by a high concentration gradient between the tubular cell and luminal uid.
The eects of intravenous administration of potassium phosphate in the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis were studied in nine children, ages 9 9/12 to 17 10/12 yr.
During phosphate infusion (20--40 mEq/L of uid), all children maintained normal serum concentrations of phosphorus.
Transient hypocalcemia occurred in six and transient hypomagnesemia in ve patients.
One child developed carpopedal spasms refractory to intravenous infusion of calcium gluconate but responsive to intramuscular injection of magnesium sulfate.
In three patients, serum levels of intact parathyroid hormone were low at the time of hypocalcemia, an observation that suggests transient hypoparathyroidism.
This study indicates that the use of potassium phosphate as the sole source of potassium replacement might potentiate ketoacidosis-induced hypocalcemia through multiple mechanisms.
Monopotassium phosphate is the most highly concentrated in phosphorus soluble PK fertilizer.
Monopotassium Phosphate is used both in protected and open field for any phenological stages of plant development, also for foliar application.
Monopotassium phosphate is 100% soluble in water, quickly absorbed by plants, which allows to use it for root application through irrigation systems.
It is especially recommended to use in hydroponics, as it does not contain chlorine and any insolubles.
Uses:
As feed phosphorus additives; In the food industry, Monopotassium Phosphate is used for the manufacture of baked goods, for leavening agent, flavoring agent, fermentation additives, nutritional fortifiers, yeast food. Also used as a buffer, chelating agent.
Monopotassium Phosphate can be used as fertilizer, flavoring agent and the culture agent of brewing yeast; used for the preparation of buffer solution, also used in medicine and manufacturing of potassium metaphosphate.
Monopotassium Phosphate can be used for the fertilization of rice, wheat, cotton, rape, tobacco, sugar cane, apple and other crops.
Monopotassium Phosphate can be used as chromatography reagents and buffer, but also for the synthesis of medicine.
As a highly efficient fertilizer, it is suitable for all kinds of soil and crops.
Monopotassium Phosphate can also used as a bacterial culture agent, the flavoring agent for the synthesis of sake and the raw material for making potassium metaphosphate.
In medicine, it is used for the uric acidification as a nutritional agent.
Monopotassium Phosphate is used as feed nutritional supplements;As a quality improver, it has effects of improving the complexation metal ions and pH value, increasing the ionic strength of food, and thus improving the adhesion and water holding capacity of food.
China provides that it can be used for wheat flour with the maximum usage amount of 5.0g/kg and 2.0 g/kg in the beverage.
Monopotassium Phosphate is a specialty fertilizer that is a good source of phosphorus and potassium.
Monopotassium Phosphate is an acid, chloride-free, dry soluble fertilizer,and is a natural pH buffer with a buffer pH in pure water of 4.5.
Monopotassium Phosphate can be solubilized and blended with liquid fertilizers that will not salt out at a low pH, and is also safe to use as a foliar fertilizer.
Monopotassium Phosphate is a buffer, neutralizing agent, and sequestrant.
It is mildly acid, with a ph of 4.5, and fairly soluble in water, with a solubility of 25 g in 100 ml at 25°c.
It is used in whole eggs for color preservation and is also used in low-sodium products, milk products, and meat products.
Monopotassium Phosphate is also termed monopotassium phosphate or thophosphate, potassium phosphate monobasic, and monopotassium monophosphate.
Monopotassium Phosphate is a humectant and pH adjuster used in cosmetic formulations. Potassium phosphate is an inorganic salt.
Used in buffers (determination of pH, pharmaceutical production, urinary acidifier, paper processing, baking powder, and food), nutrient solutions, yeast foods, special liquid fertilizers, sonar systems and other electronic applications; Used as a nutritional supplement in foods, a nonlinear optical material for laser use, and in wastewater treatment.
Monopotassium Phosphate Easygro is suitable to be mixed with many crop protection products and has a buffering function for the liquid in the tank.
Monopotassium Phosphate has an ideal pH value of 5 (±0,5) to improve the spraying liquid and efficiency of the crop protection products.
This Easygro should be dissolved in the B-box since it precipitates with fertilizers containing calcium.
Monopotassium Phosphate is used to provide a high source of potassium and phosphorous in a water soluble form.
Commonly used as part of a feeding program in an ‘A’ and ‘B’ tank system in greenhouse production. MKP can also be used in field agriculture situations.
Monopotassium phosphate is widely used as a fertilizer in agriculture and horticulture because it provides plants with two vital macronutrients: potassium (K) and phosphorus (P). These nutrients support essential processes such as root development, flowering, fruit production, and energy transfer within the plant.
Because it contains no nitrogen, it is especially valued in late growing stages when nitrogen levels must be limited to prevent excessive vegetative growth.
Monopotassium Phosphate is commonly used in hydroponic systems, fertigation, drip irrigation, and foliar feeding due to its high solubility and purity.
In the food and beverage industry, monopotassium phosphate functions as a food-grade additive with roles such as acidity regulator (buffer), emulsifier, and nutrient source.
Monopotassium Phosphate helps maintain stable pH levels in processed foods and beverages, contributes to texture and consistency in dairy products, and serves as a yeast nutrient in baking and brewing, promoting fermentation and leavening.
Monopotassium phosphate is widely used in laboratories and biochemical research as a buffering agent, particularly in phosphate buffer systems.
These buffer solutions are essential for maintaining constant pH levels in chemical and biological experiments, enzyme reactions, and molecular biology protocols.
Monopotassium Phosphate is also used in the preparation of cell culture media to support the growth of bacteria, yeast, and mammalian cells.
In pharmaceuticals and clinical formulations, monopotassium phosphate may be included in intravenous fluids and electrolyte solutions, where it helps correct or prevent hypophosphatemia (low phosphate levels) and hypokalemia (low potassium levels).
It also helps balance acid–base levels in the body and supports cellular energy processes, especially in critically ill patients.
Monopotassium phosphate is also used in various industrial applications, including the production of specialty glasses, ceramics, and fire-extinguishing agents.
In fire retardants, its phosphate content helps inhibit the spread of flames by forming a protective char when exposed to high heat.
In water treatment, KH₂PO₄ may be used as a corrosion inhibitor for metal pipes and systems.
Monopotassium Phosphate is sometimes used in electroplating baths and metal surface treatments as a pH stabilizer and buffering salt to maintain process efficiency and surface quality.
Safety Profile:
Although monopotassium phosphate is not classified as a strong irritant, prolonged or repeated contact with the skin may cause dryness, redness, or mild irritation, particularly if the substance is in powder or concentrated solution form.
If it comes into direct contact with the eyes, it can cause discomfort, redness, or stinging, especially if not flushed out promptly with water.
Eye protection is recommended when handling large amounts.
When handled as a fine powder or dust, monopotassium phosphate can become airborne and pose an inhalation hazard.
Breathing in the dust may lead to irritation of the nose, throat, and respiratory tract, resulting in coughing, sneezing, or shortness of breath, especially in individuals with asthma or respiratory sensitivities.
Wearing a dust mask or using proper ventilation is important in industrial or laboratory settings.
Monopotassium phosphate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for use in foods when used within regulated limits.
However, ingestion of large or unregulated amounts, such as in a laboratory or agricultural environment, may lead to electrolyte imbalances, particularly affecting potassium and phosphate levels in the blood.
Overconsumption could potentially cause gastrointestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea) and, in severe cases, kidney or cardiac disturbances, especially in individuals with pre-existing kidney disease or impaired electrolyte regulation.
