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Potassium perchlorate
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Potassium perchlorate is an inorganic oxidizing agent used in pyrotechnics, rocket propellants, and laboratory synthesis. It appears as a white crystalline solid and is highly reactive with combustible materials. CAS: 7778-74-7, Molecular formula: ClKO4, Molecular weight: 138.55 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Potassium perchlorate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| pH | 5.5 - 8.5 |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 0.05 % |
| Purity | ≥ 99.20 % |
| Moisture | ≤ 0.02 % |
| Water insoluble matter | ≤ 0.02 % |
| Hypochlorite | Not Detected |
| Perchlorate (ClO4) | ≤ 0.03 % |
| Sodium perchlorate (NaClO4) | ≤ 0.20 % |
| Potassium bromate (KBrO3) | ≤ 0.02 % |
| Calcium Magnesium Salts (As Oxide) | ≤ 0.20 % |
| Residue (150 µm) | ≤ 0.20 % |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 5.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless orthorhombic crystals |
| Melting Point | 525 °C |
| Density | 2.53 g/cm³ |
| Water Solubility | 15 g/L at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4717 |
Source: PubChem CID 516900 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90026480 |
| CAS Number | 7778-74-7 |
| IUPAC Name | potassium perchlorate |
| EC Number | 231-912-9 |
| Molecular Formula | ClKO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 138.55 |
| Exact Mass | 137.9122 |
| SMILES | [O-]Cl(=O)(=O)=O.[K+] |
| InChIKey | YLMGFJXSLBMXHK-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/ClHO4.K/c2-1(3,4)5;/h(H,2,3,4,5);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 516900 |
| UN Number | UN1489 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2829.90.40.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2829901000 |
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
- H271 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Astrumal
- Irenat
- KClO4
- Perchloracap
- Perchloric acid, potassium salt
- Peroidin
- Pertiroid
- Potassium hyperchloride
- Potassium perchlorate (KClO4)
- Spectrex Fire Extinguishant Formulation A
Frequently asked questions
What is potassium perchlorate used for?
Potassium perchlorate is primarily used in pyrotechnics, rocket propellants, and as an oxidizing agent in chemical synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of potassium perchlorate?
The formula is ClKO4 and the molecular weight is 138.55 g/mol.
How should potassium perchlorate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from combustible materials and incompatible substances.
What grade of potassium perchlorate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies potassium perchlorate in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply potassium perchlorate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply potassium perchlorate in bulk quantities—please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of potassium perchlorate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.
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