🧪 1. Chemical Industry
pH Control & Neutralization: Used to adjust pH levels in various chemical processes.
Production of Potassium Salts: For manufacturing potassium carbonate, potassium phosphate, potassium soaps, etc.
Alkaline Batteries: Acts as an electrolyte in nickel-cadmium and alkaline zinc batteries.
🧼 2. Soap and Detergent Industry
Liquid Soap Manufacturing: Preferred over sodium hydroxide for making soft and liquid soaps.
Shaving Creams & Cleansers: Used as a saponifying agent to produce smooth, lathering formulations.
🧴 3. Cosmetics and Personal Care
pH Adjuster: Used in creams, lotions, hair dyes, and shampoos to balance pH.
Depilatories: Breaks down hair protein (keratin), used in hair removal products.
🌿 4. Agriculture
Fertilizers: Helps in the production of potassium-based fertilizers.
pH Adjustment in Soil: Used to correct soil acidity.
🏭 5. Industrial & Manufacturing
Biodiesel Production: Acts as a catalyst in transesterification of fats and oils.
Cleaning Agents: Heavy-duty degreasers, drain cleaners, and industrial detergents.
Textile Industry: Used in mercerization of cotton and dyeing processes.
🍬 6. Food Industry (Regulated Use)
Food Additive (E525): Used as a pH regulator, stabilizer, or thickening agent in food processing.
Cocoa Processing & Caramel Coloring: Used in specific manufacturing processes.