Monopotassium Phosphate, CAS No. : 7778-77-0

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 buffering agent. Monopotassium phosphate is an ionic compound used for electrolyte replenishment and total parenteral nutrition (TPN) therapy. Monopotassium phosphate, MKP, (also potassium dihydrogenphosphate, KDP, or monobasic potassium phosphate), KH2PO4, is a soluble salt of potassium and the dihydrogen phosphate ion.