Chemical Substance - Potassium bicarbonate

NHPID name:
Potassium bicarbonate

Reference:
MI

Proper name(s):
Carbonic acid potassium salt (1:1)

Common name(s):
Potassium bicarbonate

Category:
Approved Chemical Name
Structure:
Image of molecular structure representing Potassium bicarbonate


Schedule 1:
Mineral

Sub-ingredient(s):
Potassium

CAS registry number:
298-14-6




Roles

Medicinal

Rationale:

Classified as an NHP under Schedule 1, item 7 (a mineral) of the Natural Health Products Regulations.

Reference:  NNHPD

Non-medicinal

Purposes:
Alkalizing Agent , Buffering Agent , PH Adjuster
Restrictions:

General

Reference:
UNAVA