Potassium Formate
High-Purity Potassium Formate (CAS 590-29-4) for Drilling Fluids, De-icing & Chemical Manufacturing
Potassium formate CAS 590-29-4 is available in 75%, and 96% grades for drilling fluids, runway de-icing, and specialty chemical production. Its high-density solution supports stable brine performance in oilfield operations. At the same time, its low-corrosion profile helps reduce chloride-related concerns in winter maintenance systems.
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Formula:
HCOOK
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CAS Number:
590-29-4
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Chemical Name
Potassium Formate
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Purity
75%,96%
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Appearance (Liquid):
Clear colorless to light yellow liquid
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Appearance (Solid):
White crystalline powder
Potassium Formate for High-Density Brines and De-Icing Systems
Potassium formate is an organic potassium salt used in demanding fluid systems and low-corrosion de-icing applications. This product, CAS 590-29-4, is available in 75%, and 96% grades. Vanchor supplies both liquid solutions and solid powder to support different storage, blending, and dosing needs.
In oil and gas operations, potassium formate can serve as a high-density brine component. It helps adjust fluid density while maintaining good thermal stability. Because it contains no chloride, it also offers a lower corrosion profile than many chloride-based alternatives.
It is valued in industrial applications because of its:
Low-Corrosion Formate Salt for Energy and Aviation Use
Drilling and completion fluids often need stable density, predictable viscosity, and reliable compatibility with downhole conditions. Potassium formate supports these needs in selected oilfield systems. In practice, operators may choose the 75% liquid solution when they need ready-to-use brine handling.
Airport and roadway maintenance teams use potassium formate for de-icing programs in cold regions. It lowers the freezing point of water and helps keep surfaces safer during winter operations. At the same time, its biodegradable profile supports applications where environmental impact needs closer control.
The 96% solid powder grade gives formulators a concentrated option for blending and chemical production. Chemical manufacturers also use potassium formate in synthesis routes and specialty formulations. Since different applications require different purity and handling forms, grade selection should consider operating temperature, storage method, dilution needs, and equipment compatibility.
With strict quality control, stable production capacity, and global export experience, our Potassium Formate is trusted by customers in Europe, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and South America.
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Main Applications of Potassium Formate
Oilfield & Gas Drilling and Completion Fluids
Potassium formate is widely used in the petroleum industry as a high-density component in drilling fluids and completion fluids.
Key benefits include:
- Excellent shale stabilization
- Low viscosity drilling fluids
- High thermal stability
- Suitable for HPHT (High Pressure High Temperature) wells
- Reduced environmental impact in offshore drilling
Because it is biodegradable and environmentally safer, potassium formate is commonly used in environmentally sensitive oilfield operations.
Agriculture
Potassium formate is a highly effective potassium supplement widely used in modern agricultural production.
Compared with conventional potassium fertilizers, potassium formate offers:
- High-concentration potassium supplementation to promote fruit development
- Rapid absorption with a long-lasting fertilizer effect
- Enhanced stress resistance and reduced occurrence of diseases
- Fertilizer synergist action to improve the efficiency of compound fertilizers
These advantages make potassium formate an ideal potassium source for high-value crop production.
Airport Runway De-icing
Potassium formate is one of the most widely used eco-friendly runway de-icing chemicals in modern aviation.
Compared with traditional de-icing agents such as sodium chloride or urea, potassium formate offers:
- Non-corrosive protectionfor aircraft metals
- Reduced damage to concrete pavements and infrastructure
- Excellent ice-melting performance at extremely low temperatures
- Improved environmental safety for airports
These advantages make potassium formate an ideal aviation-grade de-icing fluid.
Chemical Manufacturing & Synthesis
Potassium formate serves as an important intermediate and reagent in the chemical industry.
Compared with other reducing agents or intermediates, potassium formate offers:
- A reducing agent in organic synthesis
- A carbon source for chemical reactions
- A raw material for formate-based chemical intermediates
- High purity and consistent composition for stable performance
These advantages make potassium formate a reliable choice for chemical production processes.
Potassium Formate Available Grades
Liquid Potassium Formate
Solid Potassium Formate
Liquid Potassium Formate
| CAS Number | 590-29-4 |
| Molecular Formula | HCOOK |
| Purity | ≥75% |
| Product Type | Liquid Potassium Formate |
| Appearance | Clear colorless to light yellow liquid |
Solid Potassium Formate
| CAS Number | 590-29-4 |
| Molecular Formula | HCOOK |
| Purity | ≥96% |
| Product Type | Solid Potassium Formate |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
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We supply high-quality potassium formate for drilling fluids, runway de-icing systems, and chemical manufacturing applications.
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