Potassium Chloride USP

Independent reference data for Potassium Chloride USP (CAS 14336-88-0), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

A white crystal or crystalline powder used as an electrolyte replenisher, in the treatment of hypokalemia, in buffer solutions, and in fertilizers and explosives. [ChemIDplus]In photography. In buffer solutions, electrode cells.

Synonyms and trade names

potassium chloride; 7447-40-7; Klotrix; Sylvite; Enseal; Slow-K; Muriate of potash; Neobakasal; Klor-Con; Acronitol; Chlorvescent; Potavescent; Kalitabs; Kaochlor; Pfiklor; Rekawan

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Substance added to food: ENZYME, FLAVOR ENHANCER, FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT, MALTING OR FERMENTING AID, FLAVOUR_ENHANCER; GELLING_AGENT; YEAST_FOOD: Food Additives ENZYME, FLAVOR ENHANCER, FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT, MALTING OR FERMENTING AID, NUTRIENT SUPPLEMENT, PH CONTR NOT LIMITED Group ADI for hydrochloric acid and its magnesium, potassium and ammonium salts TRS 648-JECFA 23/31
GHS notification summary	94.3% (825 / 875)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	94.3% (825 / 875)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 94.3% (825 of 875) of all reports.

Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 825 of 875 companies (only 5.7% companies provided GHS information). For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.

What the public record says

Potassium Chloride USP · CAS 14336-88-0 · ClK. UNII 660YQ98I10. Boiling Point: Sublimes 1500 °C; Melting Point: 1418 °F (NTP, 1992); Melting Point: 770.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.