Product Description
Potassium Chloride from Merck India is a high-purity inorganic laboratory salt supplied in a 500gm pack for supervised educational, analytical and institutional laboratory work. The matched Merck product is Product No. 1.04936, Catalogue No. 104936, from the EMSURE® analytical-reagent line.
This product contains a minimum assay of 99.5% by silver nitrate titration and is supplied as a white, odourless crystalline powder. It dissolves readily in water and can be used for controlled solution preparation, buffer systems, qualitative chemistry, selected biological laboratory methods and other approved analytical procedures.
Contact Inaya Scientific to confirm current stock, Bangladesh price, batch COA, pack label, expiry or retest information and suitability for the intended syllabus, standard operating procedure or laboratory method before ordering.
Key Features
- Merck Product No. 1.04936 and Catalogue No. 104936.
- 500gm pack identified by SKU 1049360500.
- For analysis EMSURE® reagent grade.
- Minimum assay: 99.5% by silver nitrate titration.
- Chemical formula: KCl.
- CAS number: 7447-40-7.
- Molar mass: 74.55g/mol.
- White, odourless crystalline powder.
- Water solubility listed at approximately 347g/L on the current product page.
- pH range: approximately 5.5–8.0 for a 50g/L aqueous solution at 25°C on the current product specification.
- Suitable for controlled analytical, educational and institutional laboratory procedures.
- May be used for preparation of phosphate-buffered saline in approved methods.
- May support selected protein extraction and solubilisation procedures in higher-education or research laboratories.
- Recommended storage temperature: 2–30°C in a tightly closed, dry container.
- Not classified as a hazardous substance or mixture under the current Merck SDS.
- Nationwide delivery available across Bangladesh, subject to stock confirmation.
Product Overview
Potassium Chloride is an inorganic salt composed of potassium and chloride ions. In laboratory work, it is commonly used as a source of potassium ions, chloride ions and ionic strength in aqueous solutions. Its high water solubility and predictable composition make it useful in chemistry teaching, analytical solution preparation and selected biological or research procedures.
The Merck EMSURE® product is intended for reagent analysis where defined assay and impurity limits are important. The manufacturer lists a minimum assay of 99.5%, low water-insoluble matter and controlled limits for bromide, iodide, phosphate, sulfate and selected metallic impurities.
For schools, colleges and universities, the 500gm pack is practical for routine solution preparation, qualitative chemistry and controlled practical demonstrations. The chemical should remain under the supervision of trained teachers, lecturers or laboratory technicians, even though it is not classified as hazardous under the current SDS.
This product is a laboratory reagent and should not automatically be treated as food grade, pharmaceutical grade, injectable grade or a certified reference standard. Suitability for regulated or calibration use must be confirmed separately from the current product documentation and applicable method requirements.
Main Applications
Laboratory Solution Preparation
Potassium Chloride may be dissolved in purified water to prepare method-specific laboratory solutions. The required concentration should be calculated from the approved syllabus, analytical procedure or standard operating method, and the prepared solution should be labelled clearly.
Phosphate-Buffered Saline Preparation
Merck identifies this product as suitable for preparing phosphate-buffered saline. In college, university and research laboratories, it may be used as one component of PBS when the complete formula, water quality, pH adjustment and sterilisation requirements are defined by an approved protocol.
Qualitative Chloride-Ion Reactions
Potassium Chloride can provide chloride ions for supervised qualitative-analysis demonstrations, including approved precipitation reactions. Reagent concentration, waste collection and any additional hazardous chemicals must be controlled by trained laboratory personnel.
Potassium Flame-Test Demonstrations
In supervised chemistry practicals, Potassium Chloride may be used as a potassium source for a flame-test demonstration. Potassium normally produces a pale lilac or violet appearance, although sodium contamination can interfere with observation. Open-flame work requires a formal risk assessment and direct supervision.
Ionic Strength and Conductivity Experiments
Aqueous Potassium Chloride solutions may be used in educational experiments that compare electrolyte behaviour, ionic concentration or electrical conductivity. This reagent is not a certified conductivity standard, so instrument calibration should use an approved certified standard where the method requires one.
Solubility and Crystallisation Studies
The product may be used in supervised practical work involving dissolution, evaporation, crystallisation and temperature-dependent solubility. Experiments should use controlled quantities and approved heating or evaporation procedures.
Selected Biological Laboratory Methods
In higher-education and research laboratories, Potassium Chloride may be used in buffer systems and selected protein extraction or solubilisation procedures. The concentration and grade must match the exact biological protocol, and sterile or molecular-biology requirements should be confirmed separately.
Soil and Environmental Extraction Solutions
Potassium Chloride may be used in selected soil or environmental extraction methods where the standard procedure specifies a KCl solution. The extraction concentration, sample ratio, filtration and analytical measurement must follow the referenced method rather than a general recipe.
Key Benefits
Verified Merck specification: The product has a defined catalogue number, SKU, assay, formula, physical form and impurity limits.
High-purity reagent grade: A minimum assay of 99.5% supports controlled educational and analytical laboratory work.
Good water solubility: The material dissolves readily in water for solution and buffer preparation.
Multiple teaching applications: It can support approved practical work involving ions, solubility, crystallisation, conductivity and qualitative reactions.
Useful in higher-education methods: It may be used in PBS preparation and selected biological extraction procedures where the protocol specifies KCl.
Convenient 500gm quantity: The pack is suitable for institutional laboratory use, repeated practical classes and controlled solution preparation.
Who Should Buy This Product?
This product is suitable for school chemistry laboratories, college science departments, university chemistry and biology laboratories, polytechnic institutes, teacher-training laboratories, research facilities, environmental laboratories, quality-control departments and institutional procurement teams that require analytical-grade Potassium Chloride in a 500gm pack.
It may also suit science teachers, chemistry lecturers, laboratory technicians and researchers who need a verified reagent for solution preparation, buffer formulation, qualitative analysis, conductivity experiments or approved extraction methods.
This product is not intended for direct consumption, self-medication, intravenous use, food processing, agricultural application or household use. Pharmaceutical, medical, food, clinical or other regulated use requires the correct approved grade and separate documentation.
Usage and Handling Summary
Potassium Chloride should be handled by trained personnel according to the product label, current Safety Data Sheet and institutional laboratory procedures. The current Merck SDS does not classify this product as a hazardous substance or mixture, and no GHS pictogram or signal word is required for the supplied product.
Normal good laboratory practice is still required. Wear suitable safety glasses, gloves and laboratory clothing, particularly during weighing, transfer and solution preparation. Avoid creating or inhaling airborne dust, and wash hands after handling.
Use clean, dry and compatible spatulas, weighing containers and glassware. When preparing a solution, add the measured solid gradually to the specified volume of suitable water and mix until dissolved. Confirm the final concentration through the applicable calculation or standard method.
Do not use one general concentration for all experiments. Required strength depends on the syllabus, analytical method, buffer formula, biological protocol or extraction procedure. Prepared solutions should be labelled with the name, concentration, preparation date, responsible person and any applicable safety information.
For accidental dust release, avoid generating additional dust, collect the material dry with suitable equipment and clean the affected area. Prevent large quantities from entering drains. Dispose of residues and contaminated packaging according to institutional and local requirements.
Store the container tightly closed in a dry location within the temperature range stated on the product label. Protect it from moisture, contamination and unauthorised access. Do not return unused material to the original container, and do not reuse empty chemical packaging.
Limitations and Important Considerations
- This content assumes Merck Product No. 1.04936, Catalogue No. 104936, 500gm SKU 1049360500.
- Merck offers multiple Potassium Chloride grades; confirm that the supplied bottle is the EMSURE® for-analysis product described here.
- A minimum assay of 99.5% does not make the product a certified reference material or instrument-calibration standard.
- Do not use it as food grade, pharmaceutical grade, clinical grade, injectable grade or molecular-biology grade without separate confirmation.
- Concentration, water quality, pH and preparation method can affect the performance of buffers and analytical solutions.
- Flame-test demonstrations require direct supervision, suitable ventilation and an approved fire-safety procedure.
- Qualitative chloride tests may involve other hazardous reagents; complete the method-specific risk assessment before use.
- Although the product is not classified as hazardous, airborne dust should still be avoided.
- Keep the product dry and tightly closed because moisture or contamination may affect weighing and solution quality.
- The exact batch assay, impurity results, expiry or retest date and country of manufacture should be confirmed from the supplied label and COA.
- Use in regulated food, medical, pharmaceutical or clinical work requires the correct approved grade and applicable legal compliance.
Contact Inaya Scientific for confirmation of the current batch COA, SDS, label details, assay, expiry or retest information, stock status and suitability for the intended laboratory application.
Available Pack Sizes or Variations
The confirmed product requested is:
500gm Potassium Chloride for analysis EMSURE® – Merck India, Product No. 1.04936, Catalogue No. 104936, SKU 1049360500
Merck currently lists additional pack sizes for Catalogue No. 104936, including 250gm, 1kg, 5kg and larger institutional packs in selected markets. Availability may differ by country and supplier.
Merck also supplies Potassium Chloride in other grades, including products corresponding to ACS, ISO, Reag. Ph Eur, molecular-biology and other specialised requirements. Contact Inaya Scientific to confirm current Bangladesh availability, alternative grades, pack sizes or bulk quantities.
Potassium Chloride Price in Bangladesh
The current Potassium Chloride Merck India 500gm price in Bangladesh is available on request. The final price may vary according to product grade, catalogue number, batch, import cost, currency movement, stock status, freight, tax and delivery location.
Contact Inaya Scientific for the latest retail price, institutional quotation or bulk-order rate. Mention Merck Product No. 1.04936, Catalogue No. 104936 and the 500gm pack when requesting a quotation to avoid confusion with other grades or brands.
Availability and Delivery in Bangladesh
Potassium Chloride Merck India 500gm is available from Inaya Scientific subject to current stock confirmation. Nationwide delivery support is available across Bangladesh.
Delivery cost and arrangements may depend on destination, order quantity, packaging and courier requirements. Buyers should provide their organisation name, delivery location, required quantity and intended laboratory application when requesting an order confirmation.
Why Buy From Inaya Scientific?
Inaya Scientific supplies laboratory chemicals, educational laboratory items, instruments, glassware and scientific products to professional and institutional customers in Bangladesh. Buyers can verify important product details before placing an order.
- Current stock and Bangladesh price confirmation.
- Brand, catalogue number, SKU, grade and pack-size verification.
- Batch COA and current SDS availability confirmation.
- Assay, purity and intended-application enquiry support.
- Bulk and institutional quotations.
- School, college, university and research laboratory sourcing support.
- Nationwide delivery support across Bangladesh.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Potassium Chloride used for in laboratories?
Potassium Chloride is used for preparing laboratory solutions, selected buffers, qualitative ion reactions, electrolyte and conductivity experiments, solubility studies and approved biological or environmental methods.
- Can Merck Potassium Chloride 500gm be used in school laboratories?
Yes. It may be used in supervised school chemistry practicals when the activity follows an approved syllabus and laboratory risk assessment. Teachers or technicians should control weighing, solution preparation and storage.
- What is the grade and product number of this Potassium Chloride?
The matched product is Potassium Chloride for analysis EMSURE®, Merck Product No. 1.04936, Catalogue No. 104936. The 500gm pack is identified by SKU 1049360500.
- What are the formula, CAS number and molar mass?
The chemical formula is KCl, the CAS number is 7447-40-7 and the molar mass is approximately 74.55g/mol.
- What is the assay of this Merck product?
Merck lists a minimum assay of 99.5% by silver nitrate titration. The exact result for the supplied batch should be confirmed from its Certificate of Analysis.
- Can this product be used to prepare phosphate-buffered saline?
Yes. Merck identifies this product as suitable for PBS preparation. The complete formulation, pH, water quality and sterilisation process must follow the approved laboratory protocol.
- Is Potassium Chloride hazardous?
The current Merck SDS does not classify this product as a hazardous substance or mixture. Good laboratory practice is still required, including eye protection, gloves, dust avoidance and secure dry storage.
- How should Potassium Chloride be stored?
Keep it tightly closed in a dry location within the storage range stated on the label. Merck lists 2–30°C on the current product page. Protect it from moisture, contamination and unauthorised access.
- What is the price of Potassium Chloride Merck 500gm in Bangladesh?
The current Bangladesh price is available from Inaya Scientific on request. Price may change with stock, import cost, exchange rate, freight, tax and batch availability.
- Can I order Potassium Chloride in bulk with nationwide delivery?
Yes. Inaya Scientific accepts enquiries for institutional and bulk requirements, subject to stock and sourcing confirmation. Provide the required grade, pack size, quantity and delivery location when requesting a quotation.
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