Potassium Pyrosulfate
Potassium pyrosulfate, also called potassium disulfate, is an inorganic salt that serves as a strong dehydrating and fluxing agent in chemical synthesis, particularly for dissolving minerals and for fusion analysis, known for its high melting point (around 325°C) and hazardous nature, requiring careful handling due to its corrosive properties (causes severe skin burns and eye damage)
Quantity per unit: 25.00
Application
Uses & Characteristics Fluxing Agent: Used in analytical chemistry, especially for dissolving difficult-to-dissolve substances like minerals, by fusing with them at high temperatures.
Dehydrating Agent: Its high thermal stability and ability to absorb water make it a good dehydrating agent.
Technical Specifications
Potassium Pyrosulfate, also known as potassium disulfate, is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula K2S2O7. It has a molar mass of 254.32 g/mol and a density of 2.28 g/cm³.
CHEMICAL FORMULA:K2S2O7
CAS.NO:7790-62-7
MOLECULAR WEIGHT:254.32 g/mol
BOILING POINT:-e 600°C
MELTING POINT:325 °C
GRADE : TECHNICAL GRADE
USAGE APPLICATION: INDUSTRIAL
PURITY: 99 %
Other Names
Potassium Disulfate, NOT FOR SALE IN OMAN and UAE
Precautions & Remarks
Potassium pyrosulphate, 98%
POTASSIUM PYROSULPHATE Inorganic Salts
Safety Information and Hazard Symbols. Symbol: GHS05. UN No.: 3260. IMCO Class No.: 8. Hazardous Statement: H314.
Procedure
Potassium pyrosulfate, or potassium disulfate, is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula K₂S₂O₇.
Potassium pyrosulfate - WikipediaPotassium pyrosulfate is used in analytical chemistry; samples are fused with potassium pyrosulfate,
CAS 7790-62-7: Potassium pyrosulfatePotassium pyrosulfate is also utilized in the production of other potassium salts and in the preparation of certain catalysts.
Note
Hazardous: Classified as dangerous; causes severe skin burns and eye damage (H314) and can be toxic if inhaled (H331).
Safety Precautions Handling: Requires protective gear (gloves, eye protection) and should be handled in well-ventilated areas, away from moisture.
Storage: Keep in a tightly closed container in a dry place.