Potassium formate (CAS 590-29-4) is the potassium salt of formic acid. It is a white, crystalline, hygroscopic (water-absorbing) solid that is highly soluble in water. It is known for its high density and its environmentally friendly profile compared to many alternative salts.
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline solid |
| Chemical Formula | CHKO₂ |
| Solubility | Highly soluble in water |
| Corrosivity | Low, non-corrosive to most metals |
| Toxicity | Low toxicity to plants and animals |
| Biodegradability | Readily biodegradable |
| Freezing Point | Solutions have a very low freezing point |
| Density | Aqueous solutions can achieve high density |


Potassium Formate Solid Uses
Snow Melting Agent Industry
Has good snow melting performance while overcoming all the disadvantages of acetate.
Oilfield Industry
Potassium Formate is used as an excellent drilling fluid, completion fluid, and workover fluid, it is widely used.
Leather Industry
Used as a camouflage acid in the chromium tanning method.
Printing and Dyeing Industry
Used as a reducing agent.
Construction Industry
Used as an early strength agent for cement slurry.
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