Description

About Potassium Chlorate, Analytical Reagent Grade

Potassium Chlorate, also known as Berthollet`s Salt, Chlorate of Potash, and Salt of Tarter. It is a compound containing potassium, chlorine and oxygen, with the chemical formula KClO3 or ClKO3

It appears as white odorless moisture-sensitive crystals or powder and is soluble in Water at ambient conditions. It can form a very flammable mixture with finely divided combustible materials and can undergo autoignition. When heated to decomposition it emits very toxic fumes of Hydrogen Chloride and K2O. 

 

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COMMON USES AND APPLICATIONS
  • Reagent
  • Chemical precursor
  • Pyrotechnics
  • Oxidizing agent
  • Bleaching agent

INDUSTRIES

  • Textile printing
  • Synthesis of dyes
  • Disinfectant
  • Explosives
  • Percussion caps

PRODUCT INFORMATION

CAS RN
3811-04-9
Molecular Formula
KClO3
Molecular Weight
122.55
UN Number
1485
ChemSpider ID
18512
PubChem CID
6426889
Assay
Min. 99.5%
Insoluble Matter
0.005%
Bromate (BrO3)
0.015%
Chloride (Cl)
0.001%
Sulfate (SO4)
To Pass Test (limit about 0.002%)
Heavy Metals (as Pb)
5 ppm
Iron (Fe)
3 ppm
Calcium (Ca)
0.002%
Magnesium (Mg)
0.002%
Sodium (Na)
0.01%
Molar Mass
122.55 g/mol
Melting Point
672.8°F (356°C)
Boiling Point
752°F (400°C)
Density
2.34 g/cm³
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Potassium Chlorate AR Shipping Information:
DOT: Potassium chlorate, 5.1, UN1485, PG II

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