Purple-K Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishing Agent – Potassium Bicarbonate ≥90%

1. Product Overview

Purple-K Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishing Agent is a high-performance potassium bicarbonate-based dry chemical powder containing ≥90% potassium bicarbonate, formulated for rapid fire suppression. It is primarily used against Class B flammable-liquid and pressurized-gas fires and Class C energized electrical hazards, particularly across oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical, utility, and industrial operations. Its high extinguishing effectiveness, electrical non-conductivity, and rapid flame knockdown make it a strategically important agent for high-hazard fire protection systems. 

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: Potassium bicarbonate (KHCO₃) dry chemical; formulation may include performance-enhancing additives depending on grade.
• Purity Level: ≥90% potassium bicarbonate.
• Grade: Purple-K / high-performance dry chemical fire extinguishing agent.
• Physical Form: Fine, free-flowing dry powder.
• Colour: Purple/light purple.
• Electrical Properties: Electrically non-conductive, suitable for energized electrical fire hazards. (Amerex Fire Systems)
• Performance: Designed for rapid flame knockdown and high-efficiency suppression of Class B and C fire hazards.
• Specific Gravity: Approximately 2.17 for potassium bicarbonate; approximately 0.88 in aerated condition. (Amerex Fire Systems)
• Packaging Options: Bulk industrial packaging, heavy-duty bags, and customized export packaging subject to buyer requirements.
• Shelf Life: Suitable for extended storage when maintained in sealed packaging under recommended dry, moisture-protected storage conditions.
• Documentation: Technical specifications, SDS, Certificate of Analysis (COA), and other quality documentation available subject to supply arrangement.

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Oil & Gas: Protection of petroleum products, hydrocarbons, fuel storage, processing and transfer areas.
• Petrochemical & Chemical Plants: Rapid suppression of flammable-liquid and pressurized-gas fire hazards.
• Utilities & Electrical Facilities: Protection against energized electrical equipment due to its non-conductive characteristics.
• Aviation & Airport Fire Protection: Suitable for high-hazard flammable-fuel applications and specialized firefighting systems. (Amerex Fire Systems)
• Industrial Fire Suppression Systems: Used in portable, wheeled, stationary and fixed dry-chemical suppression systems.
• High-Hazard Facilities: Particularly valuable where rapid flame knockdown and high extinguishing efficiency are critical. (ANSUL)
• Performance Advantage: Potassium bicarbonate provides highly effective suppression of Class B and C hazards and offers a strong performance profile where rapid fire control is required. (Amerex Fire Systems)

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Controlled potassium bicarbonate formulation supports consistent flow, discharge and suppression performance.
• High Suppression Efficiency: Engineered for rapid flame knockdown in demanding flammable-liquid, gas and electrical fire scenarios.
• Supply Reliability: Bulk procurement capability supports industrial-scale replenishment and long-term sourcing programs.
• Logistics Capability: Export-oriented bulk supply with packaging and shipment arrangements tailored to commercial requirements.
• Price Competitiveness: Bulk 20 MT procurement enables cost-efficient sourcing for distributors, fire-protection companies and industrial users.
• Operational Value: Long-term storage stability under appropriate dry conditions helps support inventory planning and reduces unnecessary replenishment frequency.
• Technical Documentation: SDS, COA and relevant technical documentation can be provided to support procurement, compliance and quality-assurance processes.
• Strategic Sourcing Advantage: Combines high-performance fire suppression characteristics with scalable bulk availability, making it suitable for professional fire-protection supply chains.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20 MT
• Loading Capacity (MT per Container): Approximately 20–22 MT per 20-ft container, subject to packaging configuration, product density, container payload limits and applicable shipping regulations.