INTRODUCTION

Potassium chlorate holds significant importance across various industries due to its diverse applications. This white crystalline compound has been utilized for centuries as an essential ingredient in the production of matches, fireworks, and explosives, owing to its ability to release oxygen upon decomposition. Additionally, it plays a role in pyrotechnics and as an oxygen source for emergency oxygen systems.

Manufacture
Potassium Chlorate is produced by the salt metathesis reaction of sodium chlorate and Potassium Chloride. The reaction is driven by the low solubility of potassium chlorate in water.

SynonymChloric acid potassium(+1) (1:1);
Chloric acid potassium salt (1:1)
CAS no.3811-04-9
EINECS no.223-289-7
Molecular formulaKClO3
Molecular weight122.55
Structure

Applications
Along with silver fulminate it is used in noise-makers such as snappers and crackers
As an oxidiser in smoke grenades
To generate oxygen gas in college and school labs
In oxygen candles or chlorate candles
In limelight to supply oxygen
As a pesticide & weed killer
In growling gummy bears
As a fertiliser as an effective alternative for ammonium nitrate
In the manufacturing of paper
In the production of matches
In the making of explosives
In cultivation, forcing the blossoming stage of the longan trees, causing it to produce fruits in warmer climates

SPECIFICATIONS

TestUnitSpecification
Assay%Min 99.50
Chloride (as NaCl)%Max 0.025
Bromates (as BrO3)%Max 0.08
Sodium%Max 0.04
Moisture (at 105 °C)%Max 0.05
Insoluble Matters%Max 0.01
pH5.0 – 8.0
HypochloritesShould pass the test
Heavy MetalsShould pass the test
Alkaline EarthsShould pass the test
Tricalcium Phosphate (TCP)*%0.25 – 0.45
Particle Size Distribution
   > 180 µm%≤ 1.0
   75 – 180 µm%25 – 35
   45 – 75 µm%15 – 35
   < 45 µm%40 – 50
* TCP : Anti caking agent; Product available without Anti-caking agent as well

STORAGE
Store at 5 – 25˚C, in a dry and well-ventilated place far from sources of heat and direct Solar light

PACKING
25 kg bags

REACH Status
Registered

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