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Potassium perchlorate

SKU 38320906 CAS 7778-74-7 ClKO4 MW 138.5489 Available on enquiry

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Potassium perchlorate is an inorganic compound (CAS 7778-74-7) with the formula ClKO₄, primarily used as an oxidizer in pyrotechnics, flares, and airbag inflators. It also serves in analytical chemistry and as a source of oxygen in controlled environments. This white crystalline solid has a molecular weight of 138.5489 g/mol, requires ambient storage, and carries no signal word under standard handling. Molekula supplies potassium perchlorate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 38320906
CAS Number: 7778-74-7
IUPAC Name: potassium perchlorate
EC Number: 231-912-9
Molecular Formula: ClKO4
Molecular Weight: 138.5489
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

Synonyms

Astrumal
Irenat
KClO4
Perchloracap
Perchloric acid, potassium salt
Peroidin
Pertiroid
Potassium hyperchloride
Potassium perchlorate (KClO4)
Spectrex Fire Extinguishant Formulation A

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

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)

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Frequently asked questions

What is potassium perchlorate commonly used for?

Potassium perchlorate is primarily used in pyrotechnics, flares, and matches, as well as in some oxidizer applications and analytical chemistry.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of potassium perchlorate?

The chemical formula is ClKO₄, and the molecular weight is 138.5489 g/mol.

How should potassium perchlorate be stored?

Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances like reducing agents or organic materials.

What grades of potassium perchlorate does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies technical-grade potassium perchlorate—contact us for specifications on purity and quality.

Can Molekula supply potassium perchlorate in bulk quantities?

Yes, we offer bulk quantities of potassium perchlorate—please inquire for minimum order quantities and lead times.

What documentation comes with a potassium perchlorate order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and packing slip with batch details.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.