
Potassium Persulfate
Properties
Product #
2929
Name
Potassium Persulfate
Synonyms
Potassium peroxodisulfate
Formula
K2S2O8
Purity
ACS
CAS Number
7727-21-1
Molecular Weight
270.32
Color & Form
White crystalline powder
Boiling Point
170° C (dec.)
Melting Point
<100° C (dec.)
Specific Gravity
2.477
Solubility in water
Soluble
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Safety
Transportation Information
UN1492, Potassium persulfate, 5.1, III
Pictogram
Signal Word
Danger
Hazardous Statements
- H272May intensify fire; oxidizer.
- H302Harmful if swallowed.
- H315Causes skin irritation.
- H317May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H319Causes serious eye irritation.
- H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
- H335May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Phrases
- P210Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking.
- P220Keep/Store away from clothing/.../combustible materials.
- P261Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
- P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P285In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
- P362Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
- P301+P312IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell.
- P302+P352IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water.
- P304+P340IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
- P305+P351+P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P370+P378In case of fire: Use ... for extinction.
- P403+P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Detailed Safety and Handling Information can be found on our Safety Data Sheet (SDS).