Kaliumkarbonaatti
Kaliumkarbonaatti, also known by its common name potash, is an inorganic chemical compound with the formula K2CO3. It is a white salt that is soluble in water, forming a strongly alkaline solution. Historically, kaliumkarbonaatti was a major component of ashes from burning wood and other plant materials, hence its name "potash" derived from the pots in which it was leached.
The production of kaliumkarbonaatti has evolved from traditional methods to industrial processes. Today, it is primarily
In the food industry, kaliumkarbonaatti is used as a food additive, often designated by the E number