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Potassium superoxide

SKU 90032122 CAS 12030-88-5 KO2 MW 71.097 Available on enquiry

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Potassium superoxide is an inorganic compound used primarily as an oxygen source in breathing apparatuses and air purification systems. It is identified by CAS number 12030-88-5 and molecular formula KO2, with a molecular weight of 71.097. This product is stored at ambient temperatures and carries a Danger signal word. Molekula supplies Potassium superoxide 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: 90032122
CAS Number: 12030-88-5
IUPAC Name: potassium molecular oxygen
EC Number: 234-746-5
Molecular Formula: KO2
Molecular Weight: 71.097
Exact Mass: 70.9535
SMILES: O=O.[K+]
InChIKey: CLSKHAYBTFRDOV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/K.O2/c;1-2/q+1;
PubChem CID: 61541

Synonyms

Potassium dioxide
Potassium oxide (KO2)
potassium;molecular oxygen

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Frequently asked questions

What is Potassium superoxide used for?

Potassium superoxide is primarily used as an oxygen source in chemical oxygen generators for breathing apparatuses and specialized life support systems.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of this product?

The chemical formula for Potassium superoxide is KO2, and it has a molecular weight of 71.097 g/mol.

How should Potassium superoxide be stored?

This product should be stored under ambient conditions, ensuring it is kept away from moisture and incompatible materials.

Can Molekula supply Potassium superoxide in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply Potassium superoxide in bulk quantities to meet your specific industrial or research requirements.

What documentation comes with the order?

Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure full regulatory compliance.

What is the CAS number for Potassium superoxide?

The CAS number for Potassium superoxide is 12030-88-5.

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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.