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CAS 70693-62-8

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Potassium hydrogen peroxymonosulfate

Description:
Potassium hydrogen peroxymonosulfate, commonly known as potassium peroxymonosulfate or by its trade name, Oxone, is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula KHSO5. It is a white crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water, making it useful in various applications. This compound is known for its strong oxidizing properties, which arise from the presence of the peroxymonosulfate ion (HSO5^-). It is often used as a disinfectant, bleaching agent, and in water treatment processes due to its ability to effectively kill bacteria and other pathogens. Additionally, potassium hydrogen peroxymonosulfate is utilized in organic synthesis and as a reagent in analytical chemistry. It is generally considered stable under normal conditions but should be handled with care, as it can release oxygen and potentially cause combustion when in contact with organic materials. Safety precautions are necessary when working with this compound, including the use of personal protective equipment to avoid skin and eye contact.
Formula:HKO6S
InChI:InChI=1S/K.2H2O5S.H2O4S/c;2*1-5-6(2,3)4;1-5(2,3)4/h;2*1H,(H,2,3,4);(H2,1,2,3,4)/p-4
InChI key:InChIKey=HHAYIEXWEQUUHT-UHFFFAOYSA-J
SMILES:[K].S(OO)(=O)(=O)[O-].S(=O)(=O)([O-])O.S(O[O-])(=O)(=O)[O-]
Synonyms:
  • Oxone
  • Potassium 3-Sulfotrioxidan-1-Ide
  • Potassium Monopersulfate
  • Potassium peroxymonosulfate
  • Potassium peroxymonosulfate sulfate (K<sub>5</sub>H<sub>3</sub>(SO<sub>3</sub>(O<sub>2</sub>))<sub>2</sub>(SO<sub>4</sub>)<sub>2</sub>)
  • Potassium peroxymonosulfate sulfate (K<sub>5</sub>[HSO<sub>3</sub>(O<sub>2</sub>)][SO<sub>3</sub>(O<sub>2</sub>)](HSO<sub>4</sub>)<sub>2</sub>)
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