Product Description
Important baking agent for the Christmas bakery. Potassium carbonate (potash), K2CO3, the potassium salt of carbonic acid, forms a white, hygroscopic powder.
Store powder in well-closed containers in a dry place. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Wear suitable gloves, goggles and face shield when handling potash.
Use: Leavening sweets ("cookies", especially Christmas bakery) and high-sugar doughs. To remove ashes from pots (put 1 tablespoon on the crust in the pot, let stand overnight and boil the next day with 1 cup of water: the residue loosens from the bottom of the pot).