Potassium Chloride
Biotechnology Electrolyte
Essential Salts

Potassium Chloride

High-purity potassium chloride essential for biotechnology applications. Provides critical potassium ions for cell culture media, buffer systems, and biochemical procedures requiring optimal electrolyte balance and ionic strength.

  • High-Purity Essential Salt
  • Critical Electrolyte
  • Cell Culture Compatible
  • Buffer Systems
  • Ionic Strength Control
  • Laboratory Validated
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Potassium chloride
CAS Number: 7447-40-7
Molecular Formula: KCl
Molecular Weight: 74.55 g/mol
Physical State: White crystalline powder
Melting Point: 770°C
Solubility: Water (347 g/L at 20°C)
pH (5% solution): 5.5-8.5 (Neutral)
Storage Temperature: Room temperature (Keep dry)
Purity: ≥99% (ACS Grade)
Ionic Strength: High electrolyte capacity
Packaging Options: 100g, 500g, 1kg containers

Applications

Buffer Preparation
Cell Culture Media
Ionic Strength Control
Electrophoresis
Solution Preparation
Educational Research
Biochemical Assays
Analytical Chemistry
Plant Physiology
Osmotic Studies
Protein Chemistry
Quality Control

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized potassium chloride grades tailored for specific laboratory and cell culture applications, ensuring optimal ionic strength and regulatory compliance across diverse biotechnology applications.

Laboratory Grade
Purity: ≥99% (ACS) Heavy Metals: <5 ppm Insoluble Matter: ≤0.005% Application: General lab use
Cell Culture Grade
Purity: ≥99.5% (ACS) Endotoxin: <1 EU/g pH: 5.5-8.5 Application: Cell culture media
Molecular Biology Grade
Purity: ≥99.9% (ACS) DNase/RNase: None detected Protease: None detected Application: Molecular biology
Ultra-Pure Grade
Purity: ≥99.99% (ACS) Trace Metals: <0.5 ppm Organics: <1 ppm Application: Critical applications

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Potassium Chloride is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international laboratory standards including ACS, USP, and cell culture specifications. Our reagent-grade production ensures consistent quality and regulatory compliance.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
ACS/USP Grade Specifications
≥99% Verified Purity
Ionic Purity Testing
Heavy Metal Analysis
Batch-to-Batch Consistency
Certificate of Analysis
Moisture-Protected Storage

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Biotechnology-grade Potassium Chloride exhibits exceptional properties essential for electrolyte balance and molecular biology applications. Its ultra-pure composition ensures reliable performance in demanding biological procedures and research applications.

Chemical Properties
Molecular Weight: 74.55 g/mol
Chemical Formula: KCl
Solubility (20°C): 347 g/L in water
pH (5% solution): 6.0-8.0
Physical Properties
Melting Point: 770°C
Density: 1.984 g/cm³
Crystal Structure: Face-centered cubic
Hygroscopicity: Slightly hygroscopic
Biological Function
Electrolyte Balance: Essential K⁺ ion source
Osmotic Regulation: Cell volume maintenance
Enzyme Cofactor: K⁺-dependent enzyme activation
Buffer Component: Phosphate buffer systems
Purity Specifications
Assay (KCl): ≥ 99.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 5 ppm
Sodium (Na): ≤ 0.1%
Insoluble Matter: ≤ 0.005%
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: 5 years at room temperature
Heat Stability: Stable to 121°C
pH Stability: Stable pH 1-14
Light Sensitivity: Not light sensitive

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Biotechnology Grade Potassium Chloride superiority in electrolyte applications with exceptional purity, precision, and reproducibility across diverse biological procedures.

Electrolyte Function

Ion release: 100% dissociation in solution

Complete ionic availability
Solubility Performance

Dissolution: Complete in 1 minute

Rapid buffer preparation
Buffer Support

Ionic strength contribution: Precise control

Reliable buffer systems
Temperature Stability

Working range: 4-121°C stable

Wide temperature tolerance
Batch Consistency

Variation: ±0.1% purity between batches

Exceptional reproducibility
Shelf Stability

5 years at room temperature storage

Extended biotechnology grade integrity

Safety Information

Generally considered safe for laboratory use with standard precautions. May cause mild irritation to eyes and respiratory tract if inhaled as dust. Handle with standard laboratory protective equipment including gloves and safety goggles. Ensure proper ventilation during weighing operations.

Low Toxicity
Avoid Dust Inhalation
Eye Protection

Storage & Handling

Store in original sealed containers at room temperature in a dry environment. Keep containers tightly closed and protect from moisture. Use clean, dry spatulas for sampling and ensure containers are resealed immediately after use.

Room temperature storage (15-25°C)
Keep dry environment
Sealed containers only
Clean sampling tools required

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Potassium chloride exhibits excellent ionic strength control through complete dissociation and physiological ion balance, enabling precise biotechnology applications with predictable reaction pathways and quantitative stoichiometry.

Complete Dissociation

Full ionic dissociation: KCl → K⁺ + Cl⁻ in aqueous solution

Quantitative ionic strength for biotechnology
Osmotic Regulation

Physiological osmolarity maintenance for cellular systems

Essential for cell culture procedures
Enzyme Cofactor

Potassium ion cofactor activity in enzymatic reactions

Enables controlled enzymatic activity
Membrane Potential

Participates in cellular membrane potential maintenance

Controlled physiological environment for biotechnology

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures global biotechnology laboratory access with complete documentation packages supporting international standards and biotechnology method validations.

USP Grade Available

United States Pharmacopeia specifications for biotechnology analysis

ISO Standards

International standard for potassium chloride specifications and testing

Cell Culture Grade

Ultra-pure specifications for cell culture applications

REACH Registration

European Union chemical regulation compliance

Method Validation

Supported biotechnology method validation documentation

SDS Documentation

Multi-language Safety Data Sheets (16 sections, GHS compliant)

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's biotechnology team provides comprehensive method support, troubleshooting assistance, and biotechnology services to optimize Potassium Chloride performance in your specific biotechnology applications.

Method Development
  • Biotechnology method optimization support
  • Solution preparation guidance
  • Ionic strength optimization
  • Custom biotechnology procedures
Biotechnology Services
  • Certificate of Analysis verification
  • Custom purity analysis
  • Ion concentration testing
  • Method validation support
Technical Support
  • Biotechnology troubleshooting consultation
  • Storage and handling guidance
  • Solution preparation training
  • Laboratory best practices
Supply Solutions
  • Consistent batch scheduling
  • Emergency supply arrangements
  • Custom packaging options
  • Global distribution network

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our Biotechnology Grade Potassium Chloride production emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable manufacturing practices, waste minimization, and comprehensive environmental impact management for biotechnology laboratory operations.

Waste Minimization

Optimized crystallization with minimal waste generation

Water Treatment

Advanced wastewater treatment and recycling systems

Clean Production

Energy-efficient purification with emission controls

Safe Disposal

Comprehensive guidance for salt solution waste management

ISO 14001

Environmental management system certified production

Container Recycling

Standard container return and recycling programs

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's state-of-the-art biotechnology reagent manufacturing facility employs advanced crystallization technology and continuous monitoring systems to ensure consistent Biotechnology Grade Potassium Chloride quality and performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Advanced crystallization and purification in controlled environment

Multi-stage purification for biotechnology grade quality
Quality Testing

15-point biotechnology testing protocol including purity and ion content analysis

Ion chromatography verification and ICP-MS analysis
Quality Systems

ISO 9001:2015 quality management with biotechnology laboratory accreditation

Continuous improvement and method validation
Packaging Control

Moisture-resistant containers with protective atmosphere packaging

Stability maintenance and contamination prevention

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive biotechnology laboratory data demonstrating Biotechnology Grade Potassium Chloride effectiveness across diverse applications with quantified performance metrics and biotechnology method validations.

Biotechnology Laboratories
Precision: ±0.01% RSD in ionic strength measurements Osmolarity Control: 99.5% target maintenance Method Validation: 100% biotechnology compliance
Research Institutions
Publication Support: 500+ cited methods Reproducibility: >99% inter-lab agreement Innovation: Custom solution development
Quality Control Labs
Reliability: 99.9% batch consistency Audit Success: 100% regulatory compliance Efficiency: 20% improved solution stability

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Purity

Consistently exceeds biotechnology specifications with ultra-low impurities and exceptional ionic purity

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed availability with strategic inventory management and biotechnology-grade production scheduling

Biotechnology Expertise

Dedicated biotechnology team provides method development and troubleshooting support

Quality Assurance

Traceable certificates with comprehensive biotechnology data and method validation support

Global Standards

International compliance with USP, EP, and cell culture specifications for worldwide acceptance

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with biotechnology laboratories and custom solution development services