Potassium Persulfate, ACS Grade, ≥ 99.0 %, LabChem™

Description

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Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 7727-21-1
• Molecular Formula: K2O8S2
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 270.309
• InChI Key: USHAGKDGDHPEEY-UHFFFAOYSA-L
• Synonym: potassium persulfate, anthion, potassium peroxydisulfate, potassium peroxodisulfate, dipotassium peroxydisulfate, potassium peroxydisulphate, dipotassium persulfate, caswell no. 700, dipotassium peroxodisulphate, unii-6b86k0mczc
• PubChem CID: 24412
• IUPAC Name: dipotassium;sulfonatooxy sulfate
• SMILES: [O-]S(=O)(=O)OOS(=O)(=O)[O-].[K+].[K+]

• Melting Point: 100°C
• Color: White
• CAS Max %: 100
• Physical Form: Crystals
• Quantity: 500 g
• Linear Formula: K₂S₂O₈
• UN Number: UN1492
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water
• Formula Weight: 270.32
• Percent Purity: ≥99.0%
• Grade: ACS
• Identification: Passes Test
• Packaging: Poly Bottle
• Specific Gravity: 2.58g/cm³
• Decomposition Information: Oxygen; Sulfur compounds
• Density: 2.58g/cm³
• Chemical Name or Material: Potassium Persulfate

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	Danger
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement May intensify fire; oxidizer. Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
Precautionary Statement	GHS P Statement Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep/Store away from clothing, combustible materials. Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles. Avoid breathing dust. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection. Wear respiratory protection. Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. If on skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a poison center/doctor. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Store locked up in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Dispose of contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations.
EINECSNumber	231-781-8
Recommended Storage	Room Temperature