Potassium Persulphate
CAS No: 7727-21-1
Potassium persulphate is a white crystalline solid and powerful oxidiser used in polymerisation, electronics, and metal surface cleaning.
Synonyms
Potassium Peroxydisulfate
Formula
K₂S₂O₈
CAS No
7727-21-1
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Properties
- Molecular weight: 270.32 g/mol
- Aggregation state: Solid
- Density: ~2.48 g/cm³
- Melting point: ~120 °C (decomposes)
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Key applications
- Polymerisation catalyst
- Etching solution
- Bleaching agent
- Electroplating prep
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Industries
- Plastics
- Electronics
- Cosmetics
- Metal Treatment