Potassium Sulphate
White to off-white crystalline powder or granules · CAS 7778-80-5
Overview
Potassium Sulphate (CAS 7778-80-5) 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 chloride-free potassium fertiliser (sop, 0-0-50) for chloride-sensitive crops; raw material in speciality glass manufacture; processing aid in food and brewing applications, among other applications in the salts & minerals category. We pack Potassium Sulphate in 25/50 kg 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 |
|---|---|
| Assay (K2SO4) | 99% Min |
| K2O Content | 50 – 52% |
| Moisture | 0.5% Max |
| Chloride (as Cl) | 1.5% Max |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | 10 ppm Max |
Values above are well-established typical/standard specification properties for this product, compiled from published technical references — not a batch-specific lab report. Figures can vary batch to batch — request a current certificate of analysis with your order.
Applications
- Chloride-free potassium fertiliser (SOP, 0-0-50) for chloride-sensitive crops
- Raw material in speciality glass manufacture
- Processing aid in food and brewing applications
- Water-treatment and industrial-formulation ingredient
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potassium Sulphate?
Potassium Sulphate is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as white to off-white crystalline powder or granules, identified by CAS number 7778-80-5. It falls under our Salts & Minerals range — see the Specification Sheet table above for its full characteristics.
What is Potassium Sulphate used for?
Typical applications include: Chloride-free potassium fertiliser (SOP, 0-0-50) for chloride-sensitive crops; Raw material in speciality glass manufacture; Processing aid in food and brewing applications; Water-treatment and industrial-formulation ingredient.
How should Potassium Sulphate be stored and handled?
Store in a dry, covered area; non-combustible.
What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply Potassium Sulphate in?
25/50 kg bags. Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.
What is the shelf life of Potassium Sulphate?
Typically around 24 months from date of manufacture when stored in original, unopened packaging under normal warehouse conditions, consistent with standard industry practice for this class of chemical. 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 Sulphate hazardous to handle?
Yes — Potassium Sulphate is combustible and should be kept away from heat and ignition sources. Follow the storage and handling guidance above, use appropriate PPE, 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 Sulphate?
Yes — a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Potassium Sulphate is also available above.
Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for Potassium Sulphate?
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 Sulphate.