In the bustling city of Kolkata, there is a distinguished chemical company that stands out as a leading supplier, manufacturer, and distributor of potassium persulfate in India. With a strong commitment to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction, Kolkata Chemical has established itself as a trusted name in the industry.
Product Information:
- CAS Number: 7727-21-1
- Formula: K2S2O8
- Product Description: Kolkata Chemical provides high-quality, pure, and finely powdered potassium persulfate. With excellent oxidizing properties, it finds versatile applications across numerous industries.
- Usage and Application: Potassium persulfate (K2S2O8) is a powerful oxidizing agent with a wide range of applications across different sectors. It is a white, crystalline compound that is soluble in water. Here are the detailed applications and uses of potassium persulfate in various sectors:
- Polymer Industry:
- Polymerization Initiator: Potassium persulfate is commonly used as a polymerization initiator in the production of various polymers, including acrylics, vinyl polymers, and styrene-butadiene rubber. It initiates the polymerization reaction by generating free radicals, leading to the formation of polymer chains.
- Crosslinking Agent: Potassium persulfate can be employed as a crosslinking agent in the production of crosslinked polymers. It promotes the formation of chemical bonds between polymer chains, enhancing the mechanical properties, stability, and heat resistance of the final product.
- Water Treatment:
- Oxidizing Agent: Potassium persulfate is utilized as an oxidizing agent in water treatment processes. It helps remove organic contaminants and pollutants by breaking down their chemical structure through oxidation reactions.
- Electronics Industry:
- Printed Circuit Board Etching: Potassium persulfate is commonly used in the etching of printed circuit boards (PCBs). It selectively removes the copper layer from the PCB, creating circuit patterns and traces.
- Textile Industry:
- Bleaching Agent: Potassium persulfate can be employed as a bleaching agent in the textile industry. It helps remove colorants, stains, and impurities from fabrics, improving their appearance.
- Desizing Agent: Potassium persulfate is used in the desizing process, which involves the removal of sizing agents from textiles. It breaks down the starch or synthetic sizing materials, facilitating their removal.
- Cosmetics and Personal Care Products:
- Hair Bleaching: Potassium persulfate is a key ingredient in hair bleaching powders and creams. It helps lighten the natural color of hair by oxidizing melanin pigments.
- Chemical Synthesis:
- Oxidation Reactions: Potassium persulfate is utilized in various chemical synthesis reactions as an oxidizing agent. It enables the conversion of one compound into another by transferring oxygen atoms.
- Laboratory Applications:
- Analytical Chemistry: Potassium persulfate is used in analytical chemistry for oxidative reactions and titrations. It is particularly useful in the determination of reducing agents and organic compounds.
- Stain Removal: Potassium persulfate can be employed as a stain-removing agent in laboratory settings. It helps remove organic stains, such as those caused by dyes or biological materials.
- Environmental Applications:
- Soil Remediation: Potassium persulfate is used in soil remediation processes to degrade organic contaminants in contaminated soils. It promotes the oxidation and breakdown of the contaminants, reducing their toxicity.
- Groundwater Treatment: Potassium persulfate can be applied for the in situ chemical oxidation of groundwater. It helps remediate contaminated groundwater by oxidizing organic pollutants.
- Adhesive and Sealant Industry:
- Curing Agent: Potassium persulfate is used as a curing agent in the production of certain adhesives and sealants. It initiates the crosslinking process, leading to the formation of a strong and durable bond.
- Pharmaceutical Industry:
- Drug Synthesis: Potassium persulfate finds applications in pharmaceutical drug synthesis. It can be used as an oxidizing agent in the synthesis of specific compounds.
- Other Applications:
- Photography: Potassium persulfate is used in certain photographic processes, such as the preparation of emulsion-based films and papers.
- Battery Electrolyte Additive: Potassium persulfate can be added to electrolyte solutions in batteries to improve their performance and stability.
- Hair Care Products: Potassium persulfate is used in some hair care products, such as hair dye removers and color correction products.
- Polymer Industry:
- Grade Standard: Industrial Grade
- Certification: ISO 9001:2015 Certified
- Purity: Above 99%
- Appearance: Fine White Powder
- Chemical Name: Potassium persulfate
- Molecular Weight: 270.32 g/mol
- pH Value: 6.0 - 7.0 (1% aqueous solution)
- Assay: ≥ 99%
- Moisture Content: ≤ 0.15%
- Insoluble Matter: ≤ 0.02%
- Chloride (Cl): ≤ 0.005%
- Iron (Fe): ≤ 0.001%
- Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 0.001%
- Quality Assurance: We adhere to stringent quality standards, ensuring that our potassium persulfate meets the highest industry benchmarks.
- Extensive Industry Experience: With years of experience, Kolkata Chemical possesses in-depth knowledge and expertise in catering to diverse customer requirements.
- Timely Delivery: We prioritize prompt delivery to ensure that our customers receive their orders on time, every time.
- Excellent Customer Support: Our dedicated customer support team is always ready to assist you, providing technical guidance and tailored solutions.
