CAS: 7778-80-5
Potassium sulfate is an inorganic salt used commonly in agriculture and other sectors. Very soluble in water, high potassium level and it is a non-organic fertilizer because used for plants in the form of fertilizer. The ancient man was using ancient times fertilizer. It plays an extremely important role in plant growth and health. It is versatile and used foromething asloads.
Key Properties of Potassium Sulfate
● CAS: 7778-80-5
● Molecular Formula: K₂SO₄
● Molar Mass: 174.26 g/mol
● Solubility: 12.1 g/100 mL in water at 20 °C
● Density: 2.66 g/cm³
● pH (solution): 6-8
Physical properties
Potassium sulphate is a colourless crystal, without smell absorb moisture from the air. This too can be an useful property in fertiliser as it will readily dissolve in soil moisture so that the nutrients get deposited directly to the plants.
Applications in Agriculture
Potassium sulfate fertilizer, the most popular fertilizer in agriculture,it provides two fundamental nutrients(K & S). It is particularly helpful with crops that have a real chloride sensitivity,like potatoes and chard, tobacco for example to help increase yield and quality. Potassium helps in different plant processes such as photosynthesis and water balance that help crops get more resistance for drought and stress. Sulfur helps plants produce proteins and grow strong. Potassium sulfate works well in irrigation and hydroponic systems, boosting fruit size, taste, and overall market value.
Significant Applications in Other Industries
● Food & Nutrition: nutrition source in precise nutritional formulations
● Pharmaceutical: comes into production of some medicines and supplements.
● Oil and Gas: Employed in drilling fluids to improve stability and performance.
● Food Processing: Used as a pH regulator or a substitute for chloride salts in certain low-sodium products.
● Water Treatment: Occasionally used in specific processes, such as removing sulfide contaminants.
● Chemical Industry: Raw material for producing other potassium or sulfur-containing compounds.