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Potassium perchlorate, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
$79.42 - $844.90
Chemical Identifiers
| CAS | 7778-74-7 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | ClKO4 |
| Molecular Weight (g/mol) | 138.54 |
| MDL Number | MFCD00011362 |
| InChI Key | YLMGFJXSLBMXHK-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| Synonym | potassium perchlorate, perchloracap, astrumal, peroidin, perchloric acid, potassium salt, irenat, potassium hyperchloride, perchloric acid, potassium salt 1:1, potassium perchlorate kclo4, potassium perchlorate usp |
| PubChem CID | 516900 |
| SMILES | [K+].[O-][Cl](=O)(=O)=O |
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AAA1129622
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Thermo Scientific Chemicals
A1129622 |
100 g |
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AAA1129636
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Thermo Scientific Chemicals
A1129636 |
500 g |
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AAA112960E
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Thermo Scientific Chemicals
A112960E |
2500 g |
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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.
ApplicationsPotassium 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.
Chemical Identifiers
| 7778-74-7 | |
| 138.54 | |
| YLMGFJXSLBMXHK-UHFFFAOYSA-M | |
| 516900 |
| ClKO4 | |
| MFCD00011362 | |
| potassium perchlorate, perchloracap, astrumal, peroidin, perchloric acid, potassium salt, irenat, potassium hyperchloride, perchloric acid, potassium salt 1:1, potassium perchlorate kclo4, potassium perchlorate usp | |
| [K+].[O-][Cl](=O)(=O)=O |
Specifications
| 301°C to 304°C | |
| 100 g | |
| MFCD00011362 | |
| 14,7653 | |
| Soluble in water. Slightly soluble in acetone. Insoluble in ethanol,ethyl acetate and ether. | |
| [K+].[O-][Cl](=O)(=O)=O | |
| 138.54 | |
| 138.55 | |
| Odorless | |
| 2.52 |
| 7778-74-7 | |
| ClKO4 | |
| UN1489 | |
| potassium perchlorate, perchloracap, astrumal, peroidin, perchloric acid, potassium salt, irenat, potassium hyperchloride, perchloric acid, potassium salt 1:1, potassium perchlorate kclo4, potassium perchlorate usp | |
| YLMGFJXSLBMXHK-UHFFFAOYSA-M | |
| potassium;perchlorate | |
| 516900 | |
| 99% | |
| Hygroscopic | |
| Potassium perchlorate |
Safety and Handling
GHS H Statement
H271-H302
May cause fire or explosion
strong oxidizer.
Harmful if swallowed.
P210-P220-P221-P264b-P270-P280-P283-P301+P312-P306+P360-P330-P370+P378q-P371+P380+P375-P501c
H271-H302
DOTInformation : Transport Hazard Class: 5.1; Packing Group: II; Proper Shipping Name: POTASSIUM PERCHLORATE
EINECSNumber : 231-912-9
RTECSNumber : SC9700000
TSCA : Yes
Recommended Storage : Ambient temperatures; Store under Nitrogen
RUO – Research Use Only