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Potassium Chloride

Minerals

Potassium Chloride

Potassium chloride is an inorganic salt used primarily as a potassium supplement and a salt substitute to manage potassium deficiency and lower sodium intake.

Mineral or nutrientUpdated Feb 11, 2026
Health score+2.0
-5Good5

Water guidelines

Legal limit
Not specified
Health guideline
4700 mg

Food and supplement guidelines

Legal limit
Not specified
Health guideline
Not specified

Risks

Excessive intake can cause hyperkalemia leading to cardiac arrhythmias, irritation at high doses, ingestion toxicity in overdose

Benefits

Electrolyte balance maintenance, potassium supplementation, blood pressure regulation support

References

Waters containing Potassium Chloride

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