Description
Potassium Chloride – Muriate of Potash (MOP) Fertilizer & Food-Grade Mineral for Agriculture & Food Processing in South Africa
Bidchem is one of the most reliable potassium fertilizer suppliers in Johannesburg, delivering high-performance solutions for both agricultural and food industry applications. Potassium Chloride (KCl), also known as muriate of potash (MOP), is the world’s most commonly used potassium fertilizer. It supplies essential potassium and chloride to crops, supporting water regulation, nutrient uptake, sugar production, and stress tolerance. In food manufacturing, this food-grade mineral serves as a salt replacer, nutrient supplement, flavor enhancer, and stabilizer, helping reduce sodium levels while providing essential potassium.
As a trusted agricultural and food ingredient distributor, we ensure this laboratory-tested potassium fertilizer and food-grade mineral meets the rigorous demands of commercial farming and food processing across South Africa. Dispatched daily from our Johannesburg facility, Potassium Chloride supports farmers with essential crop nutrition and food manufacturers with sodium reduction solutions.
Active Ingredient: Potassium Chloride (KCl)
Chemical Formula: KCl
Potassium Content: 60-62% K₂O equivalent
Food Grade Classification: GRAS / Food Grade
Agricultural Classification: Potassium fertilizer (MOP)
Packaging: 25kg bag
Product Specifications (Produk Spesifikasies)
| Chemical Name | Potassium Chloride |
|---|---|
| Chemical Formula | KCl |
| Type | Inorganic Mineral / Potassium Fertilizer |
| Appearance | White Crystalline Powder |
| Solubility | Highly soluble in water |
| Food Grade | GRAS / Food Grade |
| Agricultural Grade | Muriate of Potash (MOP) |
| Packaging | 25kg bag |
Applications & Uses (Gebruik en Toediening)
Agricultural Applications – Potassium Fertilizer
- Nutrient Supply: Provides essential potassium (K) for water regulation, nutrient uptake, and sugar production.
- Chloride Contribution: Supplies chloride (Cl) supporting plant metabolic functions.
- Crop Benefits: Improves disease resistance, drought tolerance, fruit development, and overall yield quality.
- Suitable Crops: Ideal for chloride-tolerant crops including maize, wheat, sugarcane, and pasture.
- Application Methods: Broadcast, banded, side-dressed, or dissolved for fertigation systems.
Food & Beverage Applications – Food-Grade Mineral
- Sodium Reduction: Replaces sodium chloride in low-sodium snacks, soups, sauces, and baked goods.
- Nutrient Enrichment: Supplies potassium in sports drinks, electrolyte beverages, and fortified products.
- Flavor & Texture: Enhances taste and improves stability in processed foods.
- Common Food Products: Snacks, processed meats, baked goods, dairy products, and functional beverages.
Packaging & Delivery
Supplied in secure 25kg bags suitable for food-grade and agricultural handling. Bidchem offers delivery from Johannesburg with nationwide distribution across South Africa, including:
- Pretoria
- Cape Town (Kaapstad)
- Durban
- Port Elizabeth
- East London
- Bloemfontein
- Other regions nationwide
Safety & Handling Information (Veiligheid en Hantering)
- Use according to recommended food or agricultural application guidelines
- Avoid excessive ingestion for food use
- In agriculture, avoid direct seed contact due to salt content
- Store in a cool, dry area away from moisture
- Consult Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before use
Why Buy Potassium Chloride from Bidchem South Africa?
- Johannesburg-based supplier with nationwide delivery
- Professional-grade potassium fertilizer for agriculture
- Food-grade mineral for sodium reduction and nutrient enrichment
- High-quality muriate of potash (MOP) for crop nutrition
- Secure 25kg packaging
- Consistent quality and reliable supply
- Expert technical support available
Potassium Chloride for Agriculture & Food Processing
Recognized as one of the most reliable potassium fertilizer suppliers in Johannesburg, Bidchem provides the consistent quality your farm or food business deserves. Secure your supply of food-grade potassium chloride in 25kg bags today for nationwide delivery.
- ✅ Muriate of Potash (MOP) for crop nutrition
- ✅ Food-grade mineral for sodium reduction
- ✅ Highly soluble crystalline powder
- ✅ Daily dispatch from Johannesburg

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