Factory Direct 75% Colorless Liquid/97% solid CAS 590-29-4 Potassium Formate for Drilling fluid, deicing ect
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Potassium formate(Formic acid potassium salt)
| Item |
Details |
Item |
Details |
| Product Name |
Potassium Formate |
MOQ |
1MT |
| Short Name |
PF |
Delivery Time |
3-7 DAYS (Meeting needs) |
| CAS No. |
590-29-4 |
Sample |
Free |
| MF |
CHKO2 |
Payment Term |
TT, LC, DP, DA |
| Density |
1.91 g/cm³ (20ºC) |
pH |
7.5-9.0 (1% aqueous, 20ºC) |
| Appearance |
75.0% MIN aqueous solution (colorless transparent);
97.0% MIN solid (white crystalline powder/granular) |
| Purity |
75.0% MIN (aqueous solution), 97.0% MIN (solid) |
| Main Application |
Drilling fluid, deicing, printing and dyeing, cement slurry modification, etc. |
| Storage & Transport |
Cool, dry, moisture-proof, well-ventilated |
Relying on the core advantages of "safety + multifunctionality", potassium formate (CAS No.: 590-29-4) has become a preferred auxiliary in fields such as petroleum, municipal administration and chemical industry. Its chemical formula is HCOOK and molecular weight is 84.11570. It appears as white crystalline solid (high-purity form) or colorless and transparent aqueous solution (low-concentration form), with no visible suspended impurities, and has good chemical stability - it only reacts when in contact with strong oxidants, ensuring strong compatibility in daily storage and use.
1. 75.0% MIN Potassium Formate Aqueous Solution: Core application: Oilfield drilling fluid and emergency deicing. Potassium Acetate vs Potassium Formate: Potassium Formate has better solubility, lower cost and higher cost-effectiveness, suitable for scenarios pursuing efficiency; Potassium Acetate has better stability in extreme environments but higher procurement cost.
2. 97.0% MIN Potassium Formate Solid: Core application: Ignition host and cement slurry modification. Sodium Formate vs Potassium Formate: Potassium Formate has wider applicability and stronger reducibility, suitable for high-demand scenarios; Sodium Formate is cheaper but has narrower application scope and weaker performance.
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Product Specifcication
74%min Colorless transparent liquid(Potassium Methylate)
| Test Item |
Specification |
Test Result |
| Product Appearance |
Colorless transparent liquid |
Colorless transparent liquid |
| Potassium Formate Content, % |
≥75.0 |
75.24 |
| Potassium Hydroxide Content, % |
≤0.5 |
0.03 |
| Potassium Carbonate Content, % |
≤0.5 |
0.03 |
| Chloride Content, % |
≤0.05 |
0.02 |
| Turbidity, NTU |
≤9.0 |
2.76 |
| pH (pH Meter Test) |
8.0-11.0 |
9.95 |
| Density, g/cm3 |
≥1.57 |
1.577 |
| Inspection Conclusion |
Qualified |
96%min White crystalline solid(Potassium Methoxide Powder)
| Inspection Item |
Unit |
Specification |
Inspection Results |
| Appearance |
|
white yellowish crystal |
Pass the test |
| Content (dry basis) |
% |
≥98.0 |
98.12 |
| Moisture |
% |
≤1.5 |
0.98 |
| Potassium hydroxide |
% |
≤0.3 |
0.02 |
| potassium carbonate |
% |
≤0.3 |
0.02 |
| potassium chloride |
% |
≤2.0 |
0.02 |
| PH value |
|
9-11 |
9.9 |
| Conclusion |
Qualified
|
Relying on a mature supply chain system, ZIBO CHEMIC NEW MATERIAL CO.,LTD maintains regular stock of potassium formate. From raw material procurement to finished product delivery, regular inspections are conducted to effectively avoid problems such as caking and abnormal odor. We not only provide standard specifications such as 96.0% MIN solid and 74.0% MIN aqueous solution, but also adjust the purity and form according to customers' production equipment and process requirements, truly achieving "customization on demand" and solving customers' procurement pain points.
APPLICATION
Five Core Applications of Potassium Formate
1. Environmentally Friendly Snow-Melting Agent for Roads and Airports
Potassium formate is a preferred eco-friendly material in winter snow and ice removal. Compared with traditional sodium chloride snow-melting agents, it reduces corrosion to concrete pavements and metal guardrails by over 60%, and does not damage soil structure or contaminate groundwater. It exhibits excellent snow-melting efficiency: even in low-temperature environments of -20ºC, it can quickly penetrate snow and ice layers, achieving efficient melting by lowering the freezing point of snow and ice. Meanwhile, it is biodegradable and harmless to roadside vegetation, making it particularly suitable for scenarios with strict safety and environmental requirements such as airport runways, highways, and urban main roads, effectively ensuring the safe passage of vehicles and aircraft.
2. Key Additive for Oilfield Drilling and Completion Fluids
In oilfield exploitation, potassium formate is a core auxiliary agent for improving drilling efficiency and reservoir protection. Its saturated solution has high density, which can meet the pressure balance requirements of drilling at different depths. Its strong inhibitory property can effectively prevent clay minerals from absorbing water, swelling, and dispersing, avoiding wellbore collapse and reducing the risk of accidents such as pipe sticking. In addition, potassium formate has excellent high-temperature stability, maintaining unchanged performance in deep well environments above 150ºC. It is also low-toxic and environmentally friendly, without polluting underground oil reservoirs, thus maximizing the protection of reservoir permeability and improving crude oil recovery. Currently, it has been widely used in complex drilling scenarios such as domestic and foreign deep wells and shale gas wells, shortening the drilling cycle by 10%-15% compared with traditional additives.
3. High-Efficiency Foliar Fertilizer in Agriculture
As an agricultural foliar fertilizer, potassium formate can quickly supplement potassium ions-a key nutrient element-for crops. It has good water solubility and can be directly absorbed through crop leaves, with an absorption rate over 30% higher than that of traditional soil fertilization. It can rapidly promote crop photosynthesis and enhance resistance to lodging, diseases, and pests. It is particularly suitable for topdressing in the late growth stage of fruit trees, vegetables, and cash crops, as it can improve fruit quality and increase yield by 8%-12%. Meanwhile, it is soil-friendly, without damaging soil structure, conforming to the development needs of green agriculture and helping farmers achieve increased production and income.
4. Auxiliary Agent for Fine Chemical Synthesis
In the field of chemical synthesis, potassium formate has a wide range of applications: First, it serves as a high-quality structure inhibitor in carbon black production. Compared with traditional potassium carbonate, it has better solubility and stability, enabling precise regulation of carbon black particle size and structure. This not only increases carbon black yield by 5%-8% but also reduces quality fluctuations. Its environmental properties also help reduce pollution from production wastewater. Second, it acts as a core raw material for potassium diformate synthesis. Through precise reactions, it produces high-efficiency feed additives that can improve the digestibility and immunity of livestock and poultry, supporting healthy breeding in the animal husbandry industry.
5. Regulator for Industrial Wastewater Treatment
Potassium formate plays a dual role in industrial wastewater treatment: As a pH regulator, its strong buffering capacity can quickly stabilize the pH value of acidic wastewater from chemical, printing, and dyeing industries within the standard range of 6-8, preventing corrosion of treatment equipment by strong acids. As a microbial protectant, it can provide a carbon source for beneficial microorganisms (such as nitrifying bacteria and denitrifying bacteria) in the wastewater treatment system, promoting microbial reproduction and improving the degradation efficiency of organic pollutants-increasing COD (Chemical Oxygen Demand) removal rate by 15%-20%. Moreover, potassium formate is non-toxic and biodegradable, causing no secondary pollution, making it especially suitable for wastewater treatment processes in industries with high environmental requirements such as electronics and food processing.
DIFFERENT PACKING
75% liquid potassium formate use 1.57T IBC Barrels package
98% solid potassium formate used 25kgs/1000kgs bags package
· Our packaging complies with international industrial and logistics standards, providing excellent moisture-proof, leak-proof and pressure-resistant protection to keep products safe from damage during transportation and weather changes.
· Custom packaging is available upon request.
· Loading photos and videos are provided before shipment.
· Logistics network in four economic circles ensures efficient and safe delivery.
· We support sea, air and railway transportation.
· Shipment time can be arranged according to customer needs.
WAREHOUSE
Our warehouses comply with international industrial standards, and our professional team conducts regular inspections on storage environment and goods to avoid quality risks. With large-scale warehouse capacity, we can guarantee stable supply for customers' continuous production. By taking advantage of market fluctuations, we can stock up products at favorable prices to help customers control overall cost.
Quality Control Process
Why Choose Us
ISO/SGS certified chemical trader, we stand out with systematic core advantages:
Core Product Strength: China's largest formate supplier (calcium/sodium/potassium formate) with in-depth long-term factory cooperation for unbeatable prices; polyurethane as a fast-growing segment, and organic solvents (propylene/dipropylene glycol) supported by stable factories.
Integrated Trade Capabilities: 1M+ MT warehousing, logistics covering four major economic circles, subsidiaries in China's four core chemical producing areas, and independent customized packaging.
Customer Pain Point Solutions: Solve unstable supply, high logistics costs and scattered sourcing issues, providing one-stop services for global clients in 30+ countries.
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FAQ
Q1.What are the two core specifications of Potassium Formate you provide, and what scenarios are they suitable for?
A: 1. 75.0% MIN aqueous solution: No secondary dissolution is required, suitable for oilfield drilling fluid and emergency deicing; 2. 97.0% MIN solid: High purity and easy to store, suitable for ignition host and cement slurry modification.
Q2.What is the difference between Potassium Formate and Potassium Acetate in oilfield drilling and deicing?
A: In oilfield drilling, Potassium Formate has better solubility and lower cost; in deicing, Potassium Formate is more environmentally friendly and less corrosive than Potassium Acetate.
Q3: What is the delivery time of Potassium Formate? What payment terms do you accept?
A: The delivery time is 3-7 days, which can meet the urgent demand of customers; we accept TT, LC, DP, DA and other common foreign trade payment terms.
Q4.Why is Potassium Formate better than Sodium Formate in some industrial scenarios?
A: Compared with Sodium Formate, Potassium Formate has wider applicability and stronger reducibility, which is more suitable for high-demand scenarios such as ignition host and cement slurry modification.
Q5: Can Potassium Formate be customized according to our specific needs?
A: Yes, we can provide customized services for specifications (purity, form) according to your production scale and process requirements, and provide professional technical guidance.
Q6:Could you send me all your catalogues and price list?
A:As we have more than thousands of items,even 1 item have different size and package,it is really too hard for us to send you all our catalogue and price list for you.Please inform me the items,size and packages you interested in ,so we can offer you the price list you want for your reference .
Q7.How can I get some samples?
Kindly send us your address, we are honored to offer you samples.
Q8. How does your factory do regarding quality control?
Our factory has gained ISO9001 2008 and REACH
Q9:What's your Delivery Time?
In generally, the delivery time is 35 days-40 days.We will make the delivery as soon as possible with the guaranted quality.
Q10:What is the convenient way to pay?
A:L/C , T/T ,Paypal, Western Union and Escrow are accepted,and if you have better idea , please feel free to share with us
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