Chlorure de Potassium

Potassium chloride appears as a white, crystalline, odorless powder. It is non-combustible but can support combustion of other substances in the presence of incompatible materials. It is highly soluble in water and has a characteristic salty taste, similar to table salt. Potassium chloride is an essential salt widely used in the food, agricultural, and pharmaceutical industries due to its electrolyte and nutritional properties.

Applications:

1. Food Industry:

   • Used as a salt substitute in low-sodium food products.
   • Found in energy drinks, dietary products, canned vegetables, and processed meat products.
   • Functions as a pH regulator and stabilizing agent in food formulations.

2. Pharmaceutical Sector:

   • A key ingredient in electrolyte solutions to prevent and treat hypokalemia (potassium deficiency).
   • Used in nutritional supplements and kidney treatments.
   • Employed in the production of extended-release medications.

3. Agriculture and Animal Nutrition:

   • Essential fertilizer to enrich soil with potassium, promoting crop growth.
   • Included in feed formulations for livestock and poultry.

4. Chemical Industry:

   • Used in the manufacturing of soaps and detergents.
   • Applied in industrial processes for buffer solutions and metal salts production.
   • Utilized in electroplating and water conditioning processes.