| CAS# | 7727-54-0 |
| Formula | (NH4)2S2O8 |
| Synonyms | Ammonium peroxydisulfate; Diammonium persulfate |
| Groups/Uses | Polymerization, Bleaching, Printed circuit boards, Photography, Batteries |
| Markets | Chemical & Materials Manufacturing, Electronics |
FAQ’S
What is Ammonium persulfate?
Ammonium persulfate is a colorless, crystalline, inorganic compound that is used as a bleaching agent and polymerization initiator.
What are the uses of Ammonium persulfate?
Ammonium persulfate is used as a catalyst in polymer chemistry, such as in the production of fluoropolymers, acrylamide hydrogels, and polyacrylamide gels. It is used in hair bleaching and hydrogen peroxide bleaching. It is used as an etchant and cleaner in the manufacture of printed circuit boards. It acts as a fixing agent in photography. It is employed as a depolarizer in batteries.
What are the health risks of Ammonium persulfate?
Ammonium persulfate dust can cause irritation of eyes, nose, throat, lungs and skin.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies Ammonium persulfate to users/customers for Chemical & Materials Manufacturing, and Electronics.