Potassium chloride

What is Potassium Chloride?

Potassium chloride, with the chemical formula KCl, is a white or colorless crystalline salt. It is commonly found in nature as a sylvite and is widely used in both industrial and medical applications. Our Potassium Chloride at DutchChems is of high quality, ideal for various professional needs.

What do you use Potassium Chloride for?

Potassium chloride has several uses, including:

• Medicine: As a potassium supplement and in some infusion solutions.
• Agriculture: As a potash fertilizer for plants.
• Food processing: As a salt substitute and as a food preservative.

Properties of Potassium Chloride

Potassium chloride is well soluble in water and, when dissolved, tends to give a salty taste. Medically, it is valued for its potassium-enriching properties, while in the food industry it is used as a sodium-free salt substitute.

Other common areas of application:

• In oil and gas drilling as part of drilling fluids.
• As a salt substitute for people with a salt-restricted diet.
• In the production of other potassium compounds.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• Is Potassium Chloride edible? Yes, it is often used as a salt substitute in foods and is safe for consumption in regulated amounts.
• What is the chemical formula of Potassium Chloride? Its chemical formula is KCl.
• Where can I find more information about Potassium Chloride? More information can be found in the safety data sheets offered, or at: Pubchem.

Where can I buy Potassium Chloride?

Are you looking for Potassium Chloride for medical purposes, agriculture or food processing? DutchChems offers high-quality Potassium Chloride for applications such as potassium supplementation, potash fertilizers and salt replacement. Order now!