Potassium acetate is a salt that is commonly used in various industrial and scientific applications. It is the potassium salt of acetic acid and has the chemical formula CH3COOK. Potassium acetate is a white crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water and has a salty taste. It is commonly used as a deicer and runway cleaner for airports due to its ability to melt ice at lower temperatures than traditional salts like sodium chloride. Potassium acetate is also used as a food additive, pH regulator, and buffering agent in the production of certain pharmaceuticals.