Potassium formate is an organic salt with the chemical formula HCOOK. It is a white crystalline solid that is highly hygroscopic, reducible, and can react with strong oxidants. It is easily soluble in water and is non-toxic and non-corrosive.
Specification
| Item | Specification |
| Appearance | White Crystal Flake |
| Potassium Formate, % | ≥96 |
| KCL as Cl– , % | ≤0.5 |
| KOH, % | ≤0.5 |
| K2CO3, % | ≤1.0 |
| K2S, % | ≤0.4 |
| Specific Gravity(20℃) | ≥1.57 |
| Moisture, % | ≤0.8 |
Application
Deicing and Anti-Icing:Â Potassium formate is used as a deicing agent on roads, runways, and other surfaces. Its ability to lower the freezing point of water makes it effective in melting ice and preventing its formation.
Oil and Gas Industry:Â It is used as a component of drilling fluids to control the density and rheological properties of the fluid. Potassium formate-based fluids offer better environmental compatibility and wellbore stability compared to traditional chloride-based fluids.
Agriculture and Fertilizers: Potassium formate can be used as a source of potassium in agricultural fertilizers. Its water-soluble nature allows for efficient absorption by plants, contributing to healthy growth and improved crop yields.
Chemical Reduction Reactions: Potassium formate can serve as a reducing agent in various chemical reactions. Its ability to donate electrons makes it useful in reducing certain compounds during synthesis processes.
Leather Industry:Â Potassium formate is used in tanning processes to enhance the properties of leather. It aids in the preservation of leather and improves its texture and appearance.
Fire Retardants: Potassium formate can be utilized as a component in fire-retardant formulations. It contributes to reducing the flammability of materials, making them more resistant to ignition and combustion.
Hydraulic Fracturing (Fracking): In hydraulic fracturing operations, potassium formate-based fluids can be employed as a carrier fluid for proppants. These fluids help create fractures in rock formations to facilitate the extraction of oil and gas.
Catalyst and Chemical Synthesis: Potassium formate can act as a catalyst or reactant in certain chemical synthesis processes. Its ability to release formic acid upon heating can contribute to specific reactions.
Other Industrial Uses: Potassium formate has applications in various other industrial processes, such as in the production of dyes, textile finishing, and as a corrosion inhibitor.
Packing
Packaged in 25kg moisture-resistant bag.
Storage
Stored in dry, normal temperature condition and no direct sun shine. in original packaging away from heat sources. It is recommended to use the product in rotation on a first-in first-out basis.
Transportation
During transportation, the products shall be moved gently to prevent damaging the packing bags. Avoid direct contact with Naked flame, when fire happens, any fire fighting equipment may be use to extinguish the fire.
Shelf Life
1 year, exceeding valid period, if the products have not lumped and can still be used.