ℹSafety data below is summarised from Taskon's own Material Safety Data Sheet. Request the full sheet and our team will send it to you directly.
Specification
Guaranteed analysis as declared in the product's safety data sheet (FCO basis).
Parameter
Standard
Moisture, % by weight, max
0.5
Water soluble potash (as K₂O), % by weight, min
60.0
Sodium (as NaCl), % by weight, max
3.5
Particle size – min 65% retained between 0.25 mm and 1.7 mm IS sieve
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Physical & chemical properties
Section 9 of the Material Safety Data Sheet.
Appearance
White to pink crystalline granules
Physical state
Solid
Odour
Odourless
Odour threshold
Not applicable
pH (5% solution)
6.5 – 8.0
Melting point
770°C
Boiling point
1420°C
Initial boiling point
Not applicable (solid)
Flash point
Not applicable
Evaporation rate
Not applicable
Flammability
Non-flammable
Upper/lower flammability limits
Not applicable
Vapour pressure
Not applicable
Vapour density
Not applicable
Relative density / bulk density
Approx. 1.98 g/cm³
Solubility in water
Soluble in water
Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water)
Not applicable (inorganic salt, fully dissociates)
Autoignition temperature
Not applicable
Viscosity
Not applicable (solid)
Explosive properties
None
Oxidizing properties
None
Applications
Industries and processes this grade is supplied into.
Agriculture Industry (Fertilizer)Food Industry (Salt Substitute)Pharmaceutical IndustryChemical Industry
Recommended uses
Fertilizer
NPK fertilizer manufacturing
Industrial chemical
Water treatment
Laboratory reagent
Pharmaceutical applications (appropriate grade)
Handling, storage & protection
Sections 7 and 8 of the Material Safety Data Sheet.
Handling & storage
Safe handling
Avoid breathing dust; avoid contact with eyes and skin; use adequate ventilation in dusty areas; do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling; wash hands thoroughly after handling
Storage conditions
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place; protect from moisture and humidity; keep containers tightly closed when not in use; store away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible chemicals
No specific occupational exposure limits established for Potassium Chloride; minimize airborne dust concentrations
Engineering controls
Provide local exhaust ventilation where dust is generated; maintain adequate workplace ventilation; use dust collection systems during bulk handling
Respiratory protection
Dust mask (N95 or equivalent) where airborne dust exceeds acceptable levels
Eye protection
Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
Skin protection
PVC, nitrile, or rubber protective gloves; protective work clothing with long sleeves
Foot protection
Industrial safety shoes
Hygiene measures
Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling; remove contaminated clothing before reuse; do not eat, drink, or smoke in handling areas
Safety & hazard information
Summarised from Taskon's Material Safety Data Sheet, Section 2.
Signal word: Warning
None
GHS classification
Not classified as hazardous under normal conditions of use.
Hazard statements
Dust may cause mild eye, skin, and respiratory irritation
Large ingestion may cause nausea and gastrointestinal discomfort
Precautionary statements
Avoid breathing dust
Wear suitable eye and skin protection
Wash hands thoroughly after handling
Use with adequate ventilation
Potential health effects
Route
Effect
Inhalation
Dust may irritate the respiratory tract
Skin contact
May cause mild irritation after prolonged exposure
Eye contact
Dust may cause redness and irritation
Ingestion
Large quantities may cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea
⚠This is a summary for reference only. The complete Material Safety Data Sheet governs. before handling, transporting or storing this product.
Questions buyers ask
Potassium Chloride: frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Potassium Chloride?
The CAS number for Potassium Chloride is 7447-40-7. Its molecular formula is KCl, and its molecular weight is 74.55 g/mol.
What grade of Potassium Chloride does Taskon Industries supply?
Taskon Industries supplies Potassium Chloride at 60% K2O, as shown in the specification on this page. If your process needs a different grade or a tighter limit on any parameter, tell us the specification you have to meet and we will confirm whether we can supply against it.
What packing is Potassium Chloride supplied in?
The standard packing is 50 kg net, HDPE bag. Other packing can be discussed against a specific order; tell us the quantity and how you need it delivered.
Is a safety data sheet available for Potassium Chloride?
Yes. A summary of the GHS classification, hazard statements and handling guidance for Potassium Chloride is published on this page, and the complete signed Material Safety Data Sheet is sent with your quotation. Use the button on this page and our technical team will send it to you.
Which industries use Potassium Chloride?
Potassium Chloride is supplied into Agriculture Industry (Fertilizer), Food Industry (Salt Substitute), Pharmaceutical Industry and Chemical Industry. If your application is not listed, describe the process and we will tell you whether this grade suits it.
Where is Potassium Chloride manufactured and dispatched from?
Potassium Chloride is manufactured and dispatched by Taskon Industries Pvt. Ltd. from our works at F-32 and F-33, Gallops Industrial Park-II, Sarkhej Bavla Road, N.H. 8A, Rajoda, Changodar, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 382213, India. Our registered office is at Galaxy Signature, Science City Road, Sola, Ahmedabad 380060.
How do I get a price for Potassium Chloride?
Send us the quantity, the grade you need and the delivery location, and we will quote against them. You can reach us on WhatsApp or by email from any on this site.
Is Taskon Industries a manufacturer or a trader of Potassium Chloride?
Taskon Industries Pvt. Ltd. is a manufacturer, operating from its own works at Changodar, Ahmedabad. The company is registered under CIN U23935GJ2025PTC161154, GSTIN 24AALCT7695Q1Z6, Udyam UDYAM-GJ-01-0532039, and is recognised as a startup by DPIIT under DIPP223377.
What else does Taskon supply in the Chlorides range?
The full Chlorides range is listed on the category page linked in the breadcrumb at the top of this page. Taskon Industries manufactures 56 products across 8 families.
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