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Potassium perchlorate, 99%
Description
Potassium perchlorate is used in ammunition percussion caps, explosive primers, fireworks and propellants. It acts as a solid rocket propellant. It is also used as an oxidizer in colored pyrotechnic compositions and flash powder. It is used as an antithyroid and involved in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. The mixture of anthracene and sulfur with potassium perchlorate is used for generating black smoke signaling.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Potassium perchlorate is used in ammunition percussion caps, explosive primers, fireworks and propellants. It acts as a solid rocket propellant. It is also used as an oxidizer in colored pyrotechnic compositions and flash powder. It is used as an antithyroid and involved in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. The mixture of anthracene and sulfur with potassium perchlorate is used for generating black smoke signaling.
Solubility
Soluble in water. Slightly soluble in acetone. Insoluble in ethanol, ethyl acetate and ether.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong reducing agents, powdered metals, strong acids and alcohols.
Spécification
Spécification
| Melting Point | 301°C to 304°C |
| Quantity | 100 g |
| UN Number | UN1489 |
| Merck Index | 14,7653 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water. Slightly soluble in acetone. Insoluble in ethanol,ethyl acetate and ether. |
| IUPAC Name | potassium;perchlorate |
| Formula Weight | 138.55 |
| Percent Purity | 99% |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
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Sécurité et traitement
- Potassium perchlorate
- Danger
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- Oxidising solid Category 1
- H271-May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser.
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P220-Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials.
- P301+P312-IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician/ if you feel unwell.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : potassium perchlorate
RUO – Research Use Only
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