Potassium chloride KCL for drilling

Potassium Chloride (KCl) Supplier for Drilling | Export from Turkey & UAE

KCl is a naturally occurring salt composed of potassium and chlorine. It’s white, highly soluble in water, and known for its clay-inhibiting properties in drilling fluids. It’s also used in food processing, fertilizers, and medical treatments — but in drilling? It’s a game changer.

• Formula: KCl

• Molar mass: 74.55 g/mol

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• Solubility: Highly soluble

• Appearance: White crystalline or powder form

Why KCl is Critical in the Drilling Industry

In drilling operations, KCl is primarily valued for one key thing: shale stabilization. When water-based muds encounter reactive clays in the earth, those clays swell, leading to bit balling, stuck pipes, and even formation collapse.

Shale Stabilization

The KCl works by replacing sodium ions in the clay structure with potassium ions, which reduces swelling and prevents disintegration. This keeps the borehole intact and greatly reduces downtime.

Enhanced Drilling Efficiency

With KCl in your fluid system, expect smoother operations. The borehole stays cleaner, there’s less torque and drag, and you get a more predictable drilling response — especially in horizontal or deviated wells.

Grades of Potassium Chloride for Drilling

We supply multiple grades, including:

• Drilling Grade KCl (98–99.5% purity)

• Technical Grade KCl (95%+)

• Fertilizer Grade (Industrial use only)

Product Specifications

Packaging Details

Choose the packaging that fits your operation best:

• 25 kg PP Bags

• 50 kg Industrial Sacks

• 1000 kg Jumbo Bags (with PE liner)

• Palletized & shrink-wrapped options available

Load Capacities:

• 20 FT Container: ~25 MT

• 40 FT Container: ~27 MT

Global Supply Chain from Turkey & UAE

We ship KCl globally from:

• Mersin Port, Turkey

• Jebel Ali Port, UAE

This ensures optimal freight rates and faster delivery to key markets in Europe, MENA, Africa, and Asia.

MOQ & Pricing Structure

Discounts available for orders above 100 MT/month or long-term contracts.

KCl vs Other Drilling Salts

Industries Using Potassium Chloride

While KCl shines in drilling, it also serves:

• Agriculture: As MOP (Muriate of Potash)

• Pharmaceuticals: Electrolyte replenishment

• Food Processing: Sodium replacement

Certifications and Quality Control

We maintain strict QA/QC standards:

• ISO 9001:2015

• COA for every batch

• SGS/Intertek testing on demand

• MSDS provided with shipment

How to Order from Us

When ordering potassium chloride (KCl), specify the grade (Drilling, Technical, Fertilizer), required purity level (e.g., 98–99.5%), and particle size (powder, granular, or crystalline). Confirm moisture content (<0.5%) and solubility for your application. Choose the right packaging (25kg bags, jumbo bags, palletized). Request technical documents like COA, MSDS, and TDS. Mention your delivery port, lead time, and any special handling or labeling needs.

FAQs

1. What is the shelf life of potassium chloride?
Up to 5 years when stored in a dry, cool place in original sealed packaging.

2. Can KCl be used in offshore drilling?
Yes. It’s widely used in both onshore and offshore water-based mud systems.

3. Do you provide free samples?
Yes, we can send up to 1 kg sample upon request (shipping cost may apply).

4. What ports do you export from?
Mersin (Turkey) and Jebel Ali (UAE).

5. Is potassium chloride eco-friendly?
Yes. It is a safer alternative to many other shale inhibitors with lower environmental impact.