Molekula
Ammonium persulfate
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Ammonium persulfate is an oxidizing agent used in polymerization reactions, as a bleaching agent, and in photographic processing. It is also applied as a copper etchant for printed circuit boards, as a gel breaker in hydraulic fracturing fluids, and for desizing cotton textiles. It is a white crystalline powder with a molecular formula of (NH4)2S2O8, a molecular weight of 228.20 g/mol, and is stable at ambient storage conditions. It is classified as a hazardous substance with a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies ammonium persulfate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — $38.00 per pack
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100 g — $47.20 per pack
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1 kg — $57.00 per pack
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5 kg — $181.20 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off white powder |
| Assay | ≥98% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 5.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
For research use only. Not for human use.
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless, white monoclinic crystals |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Density | 1.982 g/cm³ |
| Water Solubility | Freely soluble in water |
Source: PubChem CID 62648 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 19148668 |
| CAS Number | 7727-54-0 |
| IUPAC Name | diazanium;sulfonatooxy sulfate |
| Molecular Formula | (NH4)2S2O8 |
| Molecular Weight | 228.20 |
| Exact Mass | 227.9722 |
| SMILES | [NH4+].[NH4+].[O-]S(=O)(=O)OOS(=O)(=O)[O-] |
| InChIKey | ROOXNKNUYICQNP-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/2H3N.H2O8S2/c;;1-9(2,3)7-8-10(4,5)6/h2*1H3;(H,1,2,3)(H,4,5,6) |
| PubChem CID | 62648 |
| UN Number | UN1444 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28334060 |
| Tariff Code | 2833400000 |
Safety & GHS
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Oxidizing
GHS03
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P301+330 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P315 Get immediate medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Ammonium peroxydisulfate
- Ammonium Peroxysulfate
- Ammonium persulphate
- Bis(Ammonium) Peroxodisulfate
- Diammonium peroxydisulfate
- Diammonium peroxydisulphate
- Diammonium Persulfate
- Peroxydisulfuric acid (((HO)S(O)2)2O2), ammonium salt (1:2)
- Peroxydisulfuric Acid, Diammonium Salt
- Persulfate d'ammonium
Frequently asked questions
What is ammonium persulfate used for?
Ammonium persulfate is commonly used as an oxidizing agent in chemical synthesis, polymerization initiators, and in the production of dyes and pigments.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of ammonium persulfate?
The formula is (NH4)2S2O8 and the molecular weight is 228.20 g/mol.
How should ammonium persulfate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of ammonium persulfate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies ammonium persulfate in reagent grade.
Can Molekula supply ammonium persulfate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply ammonium persulfate in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with an order of ammonium persulfate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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