Sodium Perborate
CAS No: 7632-04-4
Sodium Perborate is a white granular powder used as a bleaching agent in detergents, toothpastes, and disinfectants. It releases hydrogen peroxide in aqueous solutions.
Synonyms
Perboric Acid, Sodium Salt
Formula
NaBO₃·nH₂O
CAS No
7632-04-4
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Properties
- Molecular weight: ~99.81–153.86 g/mol
- Aggregation state: Solid
- Density: ~1.73 g/cm³
- Decomposes before melting
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Key applications
- Laundry bleaching
- Dental whitening
- Surface disinfection
- Oxygen source
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Industries
- Cleaning
- Oral Care
- Healthcare
- Textiles
Hazard classification
Ox. Sol. 2; H272
Repr. 1B; H360FD
Acute Tox. 3 (Inhalation); H331
Acute Tox. 4 (Oral); H302
STOT SE 3; H335
Eye Dam. 1; H318
