Ammonium Persulphate Introduction:
Ammonium Persulphate is a white, crystalline solid with the chemical formula (NH4)2S2O8. It is a powerful oxidizing agent and is commonly used as a radical initiator in polymerization reactions. It is also used in a variety of other applications, such as etching printed circuit boards and as a bleaching agent in the textile industry.
Properties:
- Molecular weight: 228.19 g/mol
- Melting point: 120 °C
- Soluble in water, ethanol, and acetone
- High oxidizing potential
Uses:
- Radical initiator in polymerization reactions for the production of plastics and synthetic rubbers
- Etching printed circuit boards in the electronics industry
- Bleaching agent in the textile industry
- Cleaning and etching agent in the metallurgical industry
- Component in hair bleaching and coloring products
Benefits:
- High oxidizing potential makes it a powerful initiator in polymerization reactions
- Useful in a wide range of applications, from electronics to textiles to metallurgy
- Effective bleaching agent in hair and textile applications
Conclusion:
Ammonium Persulphate is a versatile chemical with a wide range of uses and applications. It is an important ingredient in many manufacturing processes and has numerous benefits, such as its high oxidizing potential, which makes it an effective radical initiator in polymerization reactions. Alpha Chemical Corp is proud to provide high-quality Ammonium Persulphate to its customers for use in a variety of applications.
