Ammonium persulphate
Molecular formula:(NH4)2S2O8 Molecular weight:228.20
Characteristics:
Ammonium persulfate is a white, crystalline, odourless salt. It is used as initiator for the polymerisation of monomers and as a strong oxidizing agent in many application. It has the particular advantage of being almost non-hygroscopic, of having a particularly good storage stability as a result of its extremely high purity and of being easy and safe to handle.
Assay 98.5%MIN
Active oxygen 6.91% MIN
Residue after ignition 0.02%MAX
Chloride and chlorate 0.001% MAX
Manganese 0.00005% MAX
Iron 0.0005% MAX
Heavy metals 0.0005%MAX
Moisture 0.10% MAX
Storage and Handling:
APS is not combustible but assists combustion of combustible materials due to release of oxygen. Provided it is stored under approriate condition. It must be stored dry in closed containers and protected from direct sunlight, heat and humidity. Impurities such as dirt, rust or traces of metal and reductants may cause catalytic decomposition. The product as supplied or in solution needs to be handled with appropriate care. The eye, skin and clothes must be protected when working with APS. APS as damp powder or aqueous solution has a bleaching and slightly corroding effect.
HS NO.28334000
UN NO.:1444
CLASS 5.1
CAS NO. 7727-54-0