Potassium Chloride

• CAT Number: R031868
• CAS Number: 7447-40-7
• Molecular Formula: KCl
• Molecular Weight: 74.55
• Purity: ≥95%
• Target: Reagents
• Solubility: Soluble to 2000 mM in sterile water
• Storage: 2-8°C
• IUPAC Name: potassium;chloride
• InChI: InChI=1S/ClH.K/h1H;/q;+1/p-1
• InChIKey: WCUXLLCKKVVCTQ-UHFFFAOYSA-M
• SMILES: [Cl-].[K+]

Potassium chloride（Cat No.:R031868）, is a crystalline salt consisting of potassium (K+) and chloride (Cl-) ions. It is widely used in several applications, primarily as a fertilizer in agriculture to provide essential potassium for plant growth and stress tolerance. In the pharmaceutical industry, it is used in medical treatments, such as intravenous drips and oral supplements, to replenish potassium levels in the body. Potassium chloride also finds use as a salt substitute in low-sodium diets and acts as a flavor enhancer in the food industry. Its versatility and importance in agriculture, medicine, and food processing make it a valuable compound.

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