Snow Melting Liquid Potassium Formate
CAS NO.: 590-29-4
Molecular Formula: HCOOK
Molecular Weight: 84.12
Character: Colorless transparent liquid.
Usage:
1. It is widely used in oil field industry as drilling fluid with excellent performance;
2. As the camouflage acid in the leather industry;
3. As reducing agent in print and dyeing industry;
4. As road snow melting agent, early strength agent of cement paste, and in carbon black manufacture, leaf fertilizer and other industries.
Package: 1000L IBC tank or Flexibag.
Storage: It should be stored in a dry and ventilative warehouse, kept away from heat and moisture during transportation, unloaded with care so as to avoid damage. Furthermore, it must be stored separately from poisonous substances.
- Product Description
Snow Melting Liquid Potassium Formate – Premium Anti-Icing Solution
When winter weather threatens your infrastructure, you need a solution that works fast and protects your assets. Snow Melting Liquid Potassium Formate from Shanxi Zhaoyi Chemical Co., Ltd. delivers exactly that. With our 150,000-ton annual production capacity and over 35 years of manufacturing excellence since 1988, we provide a 75% concentration liquid de-icer that achieves freezing points as low as -35°C.
This environmentally friendly potassium formate solution offers chloride content ≤0.2%, ensuring minimal corrosion on steel, aluminum, and concrete structures. Our 27,000 m² production facility maintains strict quality control, meeting ISO, KOSHER, and HALAL certifications to deliver consistent, reliable performance for airports, bridges, and critical infrastructure worldwide.
Key Features & Benefits
Quick Ice Dissolving Performance
Our fluid potassium formate enters ice layers rapidly, outflanking conventional chloride salts. The arrangement works successfully at extraordinary temperatures, keeping your surfaces secure when you require it most.
Infrastructure Protection
You'll see drastically decreased erosion rates compared to customary de-icers. This implies your bridges, runways, and concrete structures final longer, sparing you critical upkeep costs over time.
Environmental Responsibility
The equation biodegrades normally without taking off destructive buildups. With moo BOD and COD values, you can ensure adjacent water sources and biological systems whereas assembly natural compliance standards.
Operational Convenience
The fluid arrange permits for simple mechanical splashing and exact application. You won't bargain with clogged spouts or uneven conveyance, making your winter upkeep operations more efficient.
Multi-Industry Versatility
Beyond snow dissolving, you can utilize this item in oilfield boring liquids, calfskin preparing, and as a decreasing operator in different mechanical applications.
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
Assay | ≥75% |
Molecular Formula | HCOOK |
Molecular Weight | 84.12 g/mol |
CAS Number | 590-29-4 |
Appearance | Colorless transparent liquid |
OH⁻ Content | ≤0.3% |
CO₃²⁻ Content | ≤0.5% |
Cl⁻ Content | ≤0.2% |
Freezing Point | ≤-35°C (at 75% concentration) |
Specific Gravity | 1.33-1.36 g/cm³ at 20°C |
pH Value | 9.0-11.0 |
Viscosity | 2-3 cP at 20°C |
How It Works?
Freezing Point Depression
When you apply Snow Melting Liquid Potassium Formate to icy surfaces, it immediately begins lowering the freezing point of water. The potassium formate molecules interfere with ice crystal formation, causing rapid melting even in severe cold.
Penetration Action
The liquid format ensures direct contact with the ice-pavement interface. This creates an underlayer of brine that breaks the ice bond, allowing for easier mechanical removal if needed.
Preventive Anti-Icing
When applied before precipitation, it creates a protective barrier that prevents ice from bonding to surfaces. This proactive approach reduces the amount of product you need and minimizes labor costs.
Our Factory
30-YEAR ACETATE SPECIALIST | Non-caking, High Purity, Global Supply Chain



Applications
Airplane terminal Operations
You can securely utilize this arrangement on runways, taxiways, and cook's garments without harming air ship components. It meets rigid aviation measures for fabric compatibility with aluminum combinations, carbon brakes, and landing adapt systems.
Bridge and Interstate Infrastructure
Protect your steel-reinforced concrete structures from chloride-induced erosion. This is especially important for raised thruways and overpasses where basic keenness is paramount.
Historic Locale and Beautiful Areas
When you oversee socially critical destinations, you require a de-icer that won't hurt memorable materials or encompassing scenes. Our ecologically secure equation meets these specialized requirements.
Industrial Facilities
Petrochemical plants, control stations, and seaward stages advantage from the non-flammable properties and exact application capabilities. You keep up security without compromising operational efficiency.
High-End Private Communities
Property directors appreciate the clean application that doesn't take off white buildup or harm enriching clearing, arranging, or vehicle wraps up.






Snow Melting Liquid Potassium Formate vs Other Products
Feature | Potassium Formate (Our Product) | Sodium Chloride (Rock Salt) | Calcium Chloride | Urea |
Working Temperature | -35°C | -10°C | -25°C | -5°C |
Corrosion Rate | Extremely Low | Very High | High | Moderate |
Environmental Impact | Biodegradable, Low BOD/COD | Harms vegetation, water | Soil damage | High nitrogen pollution |
Application Method | Liquid spray, even coverage | Granular, uneven | Granular, messy | Granular, inefficient |
Infrastructure Damage | Minimal | Severe concrete/steel damage | Concrete deterioration | Surface damage |
Cost Efficiency | High (longer asset life) | Low initial, high maintenance | Moderate | Low effectiveness |
Certifications & Compliance
Our manufacturing facility maintains rigorous quality standards to ensure you receive consistent, reliable products:
· ISO Certification: International quality management system compliance
· KOSHER Certification: Meeting strict dietary and production standards
· HALAL Certification: Adhering to Islamic production principles
· Environmental Standards: Compliance with national and international environmental protection regulations
These certifications demonstrate our commitment to quality, safety, and ethical manufacturing practices that you can trust.






Packaging Options
1000L IBC Tanks
Ideal for large-scale operations, these intermediate bulk containers are easy to transport and connect directly to your spraying systems. They reduce handling time and minimize waste.
Flexibags
For international shipping or specialized applications, flexibags offer efficient, cost-effective transport. They maximize container space utilization and reduce your logistics costs.
Custom Packaging
We can accommodate your specific packaging requirements for unique applications or regional regulations. Contact us to discuss your needs.
Packing

Manufacturing Process
Crude Fabric Selection
We source high-purity potassium formate from confirmed providers, guaranteeing steady beginning materials for each generation batch.
Precision Formulation
Our progressed blending frameworks keep up correct concentration levels of 75% potassium formate. Mechanized controls screen chloride substance, pH, and other basic parameters all through production.
Quality Testing
Each group experiences comprehensive research facility investigation some time recently bundling. We confirm all determinations to guarantee you get item that performs precisely as expected.
Clean Production
Our 27,000 m² office utilizes naturally dependable fabricating hones. We minimize squander, reuse prepare water, and keep up strict emanation controls.
Logistics Excellence
We keep up climate-controlled capacity and cautious dealing with conventions to protect item keenness from our office to your conveyance point.
Shipment



Why Choose Us?
Demonstrated Track Record Since 1988
With over three decades of chemical fabricating skill, we get it your challenges and convey arrangements that work. Our life span illustrates unwavering quality you can tally on.
Massive Generation Capacity
Our 150,000-ton yearly capacity implies you'll never confront supply deficiencies amid basic winter months. We scale generation to meet regular request fluctuations.
Global Dispersion Network
We effectively serve clients over China, Europe, America, and Asia. Our send out encounter guarantees smooth worldwide exchanges and convenient delivery.
Technical Support
Our group of 60 experts incorporates chemists and application pros who can offer assistance you optimize item utilization for your particular conditions. We're accomplices in your victory, not fair suppliers.
Customer-Centric Philosophy
Your fulfillment drives everything we do. We construct long-term connections based on astuteness, responsive benefit, and nonstop improvement.
Innovation Focus
We contribute in inquire about and advancement to improve item execution and create unused applications. You advantage from cutting-edge arrangements that address rising challenges.
FAQ
Q: How does potassium formate compare to potassium acetate for snow melting?
A: Potassium formate achieves lower eutectic points than potassium acetate, meaning it works effectively at colder temperatures. It also offers faster ice penetration rates, reducing the time surfaces remain hazardous.
Q: Will this product harm vegetation alongside treated areas?
A: Unlike chloride-based salts, our formula has minimal impact on plants when used as directed. The biodegradable nature and absence of chlorides significantly reduce vegetation stress.
Q: Can I apply this product with existing equipment?
A: Yes, the low viscosity (2-3 cP) works with standard liquid spraying equipment. The solution won't clog nozzles or require specialized application systems in most cases.
Q: What's the shelf life of the product?
A: When stored properly in sealed containers away from heat and moisture, the product maintains its effectiveness for extended periods. We recommend using within two years for optimal performance.
Q: Is special training required for handling this product?
A: While the product is relatively safe, we recommend following standard chemical handling procedures. We provide safety data sheets and application guidelines with every order.
Q: How much product do I need per square meter?
A: Application rates vary based on ice thickness, temperature, and surface type. Generally, 30-50 ml per square meter provides effective anti-icing, while heavier accumulations may require 100-150 ml per square meter.
Q: Does this meet airport runway safety standards?
A: Yes, our product complies with aerospace material compatibility standards, ensuring it won't damage aircraft components or runway infrastructure.
Request a Quote
Ready to protect your infrastructure with Snow Melting Liquid Potassium Formate? Contact our team today for customized pricing and technical specifications tailored to your operational requirements. Email: sxzy@sxzhaoyi.com
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