Salts & Minerals
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Potassium formate
CAS Number
590-29-4
EC Number
209-677-9
What is Potassium formate?
Potassium formate (CAS 590-29-4), also referred to as potassium formiate, is the potassium salt of formic acid.
Where is Potassium formate used?
- Oil and gas drilling: completion and workover fluid
- Food processing: pH regulator and preservative
- Agriculture: feed preservation and silage treatments
- Personal care: buffering agent in rinse-off and leave-on products
- It functions as a high-density brine fluid, buffering agent, and preservation aid.
Commercial specifications
- Clear aqueous solution, typically at concentrations of 75–80%, and dry crystalline solid
- Industrial grades in bulk liquid totes or drums
Other Names (Synonyms)
potassium formiate|HCOOK|HCO2K|Formic acid, K salt|Formic acid potassium salt|Mravencan draselny|25I90B156L
What are the physical properties of Potassium formate?
Melting Point 167 °C
Density 1.91 g/cm³
Appearance white crystalline solid
Color colorless hygroscopic crystals, crystalline
Form colorless hygroscopic crystals
Water Solubility soluble
pH 7.0-8.5 (25℃, 1M in H2O)
Log P -2 at 20℃
How is Potassium formate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary Statements
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P264+P265 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P337+P317 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Get emergency medical help.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Potassium formate?
HS Code 29151200
Storage Class 13 - Non Combustible Solids
WGK (Germany) 2