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Potassium Chlorate

Potassium Chlorate (KClO₃) is formed through electrolysis and crystallization, with final properties formed through grinding and sieving. Potassium chlorate is generally used in pyrotechnics and the match industry.

Chemical Name: Potassium Chlorate

CAS Number: 3811-04-9

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Applications & Uses

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Applications
Base Chemicals End Uses
Application Information

With increasingly high demands on safety, efficiency and quality of the end products, producers of pyrotechnics are increasing their demands on raw materials and their suppliers. With its supreme quality product, high service level and advanced knowledge of Health/Safety/Environment, Nouryon has proven to be an invaluable partner to the pyrotechnical industry. Additionally we produce several grades of potassium chlorate that are tailor-made to meet the specific demands of match manufacturers in all parts of the world. This is the result of a long and close cooperation with manufacturers around the globe.

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight122.55--
Characteristics
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Boiling Point400°C-
Bulk Density1200 - 1400kg/m³-
Density2340kg/m³-
Melting Point356°C-

Safety & Health

Safety and Handling Information

Potassium chlorate should be handled with care, as the product may pose risks if handled improperly. An understanding of its proper use is thus very important.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

To ensure product quality all the way to our customers, it comes with different packaging, on stretch wrapped pallets: 25 kg PE coated, three layer paper bags and 65 kg steel drums with inner PE liner.

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool, well ventilated and fireproof area.