Grade Standard
Food Grade
Appearance
White Crystalline Powder
Application
Nutritional Supplement
Package
25 Kgs Kraft Paper Bag with PE Liner
Product Specification (TDS)
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Chemical Name: Potassium Chloride
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Molecular Weight: 74.55
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Physical Properties: Colorless thin diamond or cubic crystal or white crystalline powder, no smell, taste salty, soluble in water, soluble in glycerol, slightly soluble in ethanol; relative density 1.987, melting point 773 degrees.
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Quality Standard: Compliance with FCC-V, E508.
| Name of index |
Unit |
FCC-V |
E 508 |
| Description |
- |
Colorless, elongated, prismatic or cubital crystals or white granular powder, odorless. |
| Content (on dry basis) |
≥% |
99.0 (98.0 with additives) |
99.0 |
| Solubility |
- |
-- |
Freely soluble in water. Insoluble in ethanol. |
| Identification |
- |
Pass test |
Pass test |
| Acidity and Alkalinity |
- |
Pass test |
Pass test |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) |
≤mg/kg |
5 |
-- |
| Iodide and/or Bromide |
- |
Pass test |
Pass test |
| Loss on drying |
≤% |
1.0 |
1.0 (105 °C, 2h) |
| Sodium |
- |
Pass test |
Negative |
| Arsenic (As) |
≤ppm |
-- |
3 |
| Lead (Pb) |
≤ppm |
-- |
2 |
| Mercury (Hg) |
≤ppm |
-- |
1 |
| Cadmium (Cd) |
- |
-- |
1 |
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Usage: Nutritional supplements; gelling agent; salt substitutes; yeast food; Used in salt and agriculture products, aquatic products, livestock products, fermentation products, spices, canned food, convenience food flavoring agent etc. Also used to strengthen potassium for body electrolytes in athletes' drinks.
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Packing: In 25kg PP/kraft paper bag with PE liner.
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Storage and Transport: Store in a dry, ventilated, and clean warehouse; kept away from moisture and heat. Store separately from poisonous substances. Handle with care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the purity level of your Food Grade Potassium Chloride?
The product maintains a high purity level of ≥99% on a dry basis, meeting both FCC-V and E508 quality standards.
Q2: What are the primary applications of Potassium Chloride in the food industry?
It is widely used as a nutritional supplement, gelling agent, salt substitute, and yeast food. It is common in fermented products, canned foods, spices, and athletes' drinks to replenish electrolytes.
Q3: How is the product packaged for transport?
The standard packaging is a 25kg Kraft paper bag or PP bag, equipped with a PE inner liner to protect against moisture during transit.
Q4: What is the physical appearance of E508 Potassium Chloride?
It appears as colorless thin diamond or cubic crystals, or as a white crystalline powder. It is odorless and has a salty taste.
Q5: What are the recommended storage conditions?
It should be stored in a dry, well-ventilated, and clean warehouse. It must be kept away from heat, moisture, and poisonous substances to maintain its quality and safety.
Q6: Is this product soluble in common liquids?
Yes, Potassium Chloride is freely soluble in water and soluble in glycerol, though it is only slightly soluble or insoluble in ethanol.
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