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Sodium ethyl xanthate
Sodium ethyl xanthate is a chemical used primarily as a collector in mineral flotation processes. It is a yellow to orange crystalline solid with the molecular formula C3H5OS2.Na and a molecular weight of 144.19 g/mol. It is classified as hazardous with a signal word of Danger and must be stored between 2 and 8 °C. Molekula supplies Sodium ethyl xanthate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Sodium ethyl xanthate is a chemical used primarily as a collector in mineral flotation processes. It is a yellow to orange crystalline solid with the molecular formula C3H5OS2.Na and a molecular weight of 144.19 g/mol. It is classified as hazardous with a signal word of Danger and must be stored between 2 and 8 °C. Molekula supplies Sodium ethyl xanthate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow to green pellets |
| Purity | ≥90.0% |
| Free Alkali | ≤0.2% |
| Moisture | ≤4.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Transport Class | 4.2 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 48 months |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 140-90-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C3H5OS2.Na |
| Molecular Weight | 144.19 |
| SMILES | CCOC(=S)[S-].[Na+] |
| EC / UN Number | 3342 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2930904950 |
| Tariff Code | 2930909591 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Flammable
GHS02
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Oxidizing
GHS03
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- EUH018 In use may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture
- H228 Flammable solid
- H251 Self-heating; may catch fire
- H302+332 Harmful if swallowed or inhaled
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H371 May cause damage to organs
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
Precautionary statements
- P231+232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is sodium ethyl xanthate used for?
It is primarily used as a collector in mineral flotation processes, especially for sulfide ores.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of sodium ethyl xanthate?
The formula is C3H5OS2.Na with a molecular weight of 144.19 g/mol.
How should sodium ethyl xanthate be stored?
It should be stored at temperatures between 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability.
What grade of sodium ethyl xanthate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies technical grade sodium ethyl xanthate.
Can Molekula supply sodium ethyl xanthate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply sodium ethyl xanthate in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a purchase of sodium ethyl xanthate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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