Potassium Formate

Product Description

Potassium Formate (HCOOK) is a white crystalline solid or colorless liquid (in concentrated solution form) known for its excellent solubility and stability. As the potassium salt of formic acid, it is used in a wide range of industrial, laboratory, and environmental applications.
It serves as an efficient de-icing agent, drilling fluid additive, and reducing agent in organic synthesis. Due to its high solubility and non-corrosive nature, Potassium Formate is also valued in the oil, gas, and chemical industries.

Key Features

• Chemical Name: Potassium Formate
  • Chemical Formula: HCOOK
  • CAS Number: 590-29-4
  • Molecular Weight: 84.12 g/mol
  • Appearance: White crystalline solid or colorless liquid (solution)
  • Odor: Slight formic odor
  • Melting Point: ~167 °C
  • Solubility: Highly soluble in water, alcohol, and glycerol
  • Purity: ≥98% (Industrial/Laboratory Grade)
  • pH (10% Solution): Slightly alkaline

Applications

• Oil & Gas Industry

• Used as a drilling and completion fluid additive
• Provides high-density, environmentally friendly brine solutions

• De-icing & Anti-freeze

• Applied as a de-icing agent for airport runways and roads
• Environmentally safer alternative to chloride-based salts

• Chemical & Pharmaceutical Industry

• Used as a reducing agent in organic synthesis and catalyst preparation
• Intermediate for manufacturing formate esters and other chemicals

• Textile & Leather Processing

• Employed in dyeing, tanning, and fabric treatment processes

• Laboratory Applications

• Used as a reagent and buffer component in analytical and research work

Safety & Handling

• Hazard: May cause irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Harmful if swallowed in large amounts.
  • Precautions: Handle with gloves, goggles, and adequate ventilation. Avoid direct contact or inhalation of dust or vapors.
  • Storage: Store in a tightly closed container, in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Why Choose Potassium Formate?

• High-Purity Industrial & Laboratory Grade for reliable performance
  • Environmentally friendly and non-corrosive solution for multiple uses
  • Versatile reagent suitable for oilfield, chemical, and research applications
  • Consistent quality ensured through professional testing and packaging

Price in Bangladesh

Available in solid and liquid forms, with flexible packaging options. Competitive pricing and discounts available for bulk and institutional buyers.

Where to Buy

Potassium Formate can be obtained from authorized chemical and laboratory reagent distributors throughout Bangladesh.

Why Buy from M/S Bright Scientific Co.?

• Reliable Supplier: Serving industrial, research, and educational sectors
  • Assured Purity: Quality-checked for dependable chemical performance
  • Affordable Pricing: Cost-effective for both small and large orders
  • Prompt Delivery: Nationwide distribution with safe, secure packaging

Contact Information

M/S Bright Scientific Co.
📞 Phone: 01711285976