Potassium hydrogen phthalate is used as a primary standard for acid- base titrations as well as for calibrating pH meters and for the preparation of volumetric alkali solutions. It acts as buffer in pH determination. It finds application as a useful standard for total organic carbon testing.
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ApplicationsPotassium hydrogen phthalate is used as a primary standard for acid- base titrations as well as for calibrating pH meters and for the preparation of volumetric alkali solutions. It acts as buffer in pH determination. It finds application as a useful standard for total organic carbon testing.
SolubilitySoluble in water. Slightly soluble in alcohol.
NotesIncompatible with strong oxidizing agents.