Potassium Chloride (Technical Grade)
White crystal powder · CAS 7447-40-7
DocumentsSpec sheet (PDF, 34 KB)Safety Data Sheet (PDF, 77 KB)
Overview
Potassium Chloride (Technical Grade) (CAS 7447-40-7) is one of the salts & minerals products Suraj Chemicals supplies to industrial, institutional and manufacturing buyers across India from our Chennai base. It is commonly used for water softener regeneration salt; oil & gas well drilling fluids; feedstock for koh / k₂co₃ manufacturing, among other applications in the salts & minerals category. We pack Potassium Chloride (Technical Grade) in 50 kg BOPP bags, and can arrange bulk, drum or tanker quantities for larger requirements — full characteristics, applications and downloadable documentation are below, or you can request a quote directly.
Specification Sheet — Characteristics
Download Specification Sheet (PDF)| Characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Origin | Canada |
| HS Code | 31042000 |
| Water Soluble Potassium (K₂O) | 62.11% |
| Sodium (as NaCl) | 1.28% |
| Moisture | 0.20% |
| Others (Mg & Ca) | 0.88% |
| Water Insoluble | MAX 0.2% |
| Purity | MIN 98% |
| Particle Size | >0.8mm: 10% | 0.18–0.8mm: 85% | <0.6mm: 5% |
| Appearance | White crystal powder |
| Packing | 50 kg, BOPP bag |
These values come from our own lab test on Potassium Chloride. They vary slightly from batch to batch, so ask for a current certificate of analysis with your order.
Origin
- Imported – Canada
A certificate of analysis is supplied with every batch.
Applications
- Water softener regeneration salt
- Oil & gas well drilling fluids
- Feedstock for KOH / K₂CO₃ manufacturing
- Industrial potassium source
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potassium Chloride (Technical Grade)?
Potassium Chloride is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as white crystal powder, identified by CAS number 7447-40-7. It falls under our Salts & Minerals range — see the Specification Sheet table above for its full characteristics.
What is Potassium Chloride used for?
Typical applications include: Water softener regeneration salt; Oil & gas well drilling fluids; Feedstock for KOH / K₂CO₃ manufacturing; Industrial potassium source.
How should Potassium Chloride be stored and handled?
Store in a dry area, protected from moisture.
What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply Potassium Chloride in?
50 kg BOPP bags. Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.
What is the shelf life of Potassium Chloride?
Typically around 12 months from date of manufacture in original, unopened packaging, stored in a cool, dry place away from moisture. Extended exposure to humid air can affect this product's quality, so keep containers tightly resealed between uses and avoid part-used bags sitting open. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.
Is Potassium Chloride hazardous to handle?
The Safety Data Sheet for Potassium Chloride does not classify it as hazardous under GHS. It is still an industrial chemical, so use normal good practice — avoid unnecessary dust, skin and eye contact, store as advised above, and download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details.
Is a Specification Sheet, TDS or MSDS available for Potassium Chloride?
Yes. a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Potassium Chloride is also available above.
Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for Potassium Chloride?
Yes. use the Request Price & Availability button or WhatsApp us with your required quantity, and our team will confirm pricing, minimum order quantity, sample availability and delivery timelines for Potassium Chloride.
Actual packaging as supplied by Suraj Chemicals
CAS Number
7447-40-7
Appearance
White crystal powder
Packaging
50 kg BOPP bags
Storage & Handling
Store in a dry area, protected from moisture.
Shelf Life
Typically around 12 months from date of manufacture in original, unopened packaging, stored in a cool, dry place away from moisture. Extended exposure to humid air can affect this product's quality, so keep containers tightly resealed between uses and avoid part-used bags sitting open. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.