Potassium Permanganate
- CAS Number
- 7722-64-7
- HSN Code
- 28416100
- Molecular Formula
- KMnO4
- Catalogue Number
- AL3753
- Purity
- 99.5%
- Molecular Weight
- 158.03 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
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Key Properties
Potassium permanganate is an inorganic potassium salt of permanganic acid. It has a role as a NMR chemical shift reference compound, an antiseptic drug, a disinfectant, a dermatologic drug and an oxidising agent.
Also known as Permanganate of Potash, KMnO4.
- Catalogue No.
- AL3753
- CAS Number
- 7722-64-7
- Molecular Formula
- KMnO4
- Molecular Weight
- 158.03 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 28416100
- Grade
- AR (Analytical Reagent)
- Product Form
- Substance
Potassium permanganate appears as a dark purple to black crystalline solid with a metallic luster. It has a melting point of 240 °C (464 °F) and decomposes upon heating, releasing oxygen. The compound is soluble in water, with a solubility of approximately 6.4 g/100 mL at 20 °C. Its density is about 2.703 g/cm³. The compound has a strong, characteristic odor, and its solutions exhibit a deep purple color due to the presence of permanganate ions.
- Appearance
- Dark purple to black crystalline solid with a metallic luster
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 gm plastic bottle, 5 Kg plastic container
- Storage
- Separated from combustible substances, reducing agents and powdered metals. Well closed. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Potassium Permanganate
- Catalogue No.
- AL3753
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 7722-64-7
- EC Number
- 231-760-3
- Grade
- AR
- EC Index Number
- Permanganate, potassium
- Chemical Formula
- KMnO4
- HSN Code
- 28416100
- Synonyms
- Permanganate of Potash, KMnO4
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Analytical reagent, oxidizing agent
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Ox. Sol. 2; Acute Tox. 4; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 516875 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Oxidizer, Irritant, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H272: May intensify fire; oxidizer; H302: Harmful if swallowed; H400: Very toxic to aquatic life; H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Strong oxidizer; may cause fire or explosion in contact with combustible materials.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Potassium Permanganate
- CAS No.
- 7722-64-7
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- Wash with plenty of soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing and seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Induce vomiting and follow with thorough gastric lavage, demulcents, glucose I.V., fluid therapy, and antibiotics. Tracheostomy may be lifesaving.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Irritation of the respiratory tract, skin burns, and eye damage.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- The material itself is noncombustible but it will accelerate the burning of combustible material. If the combustible material is finely divided the mixture may be explosive.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and prevent entry into waterways. Use appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Carefully collect remainder.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Handle with gloves and eye protection. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from combustible substances, reducing agents and powdered metals. Well closed. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if dust is generated.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- Dark purple to black
- Odour
- Characteristic
- Odour threshold
- No data available
- pH value
- No data available
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- No data available
- Melting point
- 240 °C (464 °F)
- Freezing point
- No data available
- Boiling point
- Decomposes before boiling
- Flash point
- No data available
- Auto-ignition temperature
- No data available
- Decomposition temperature
- > 240 °C
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable, but a strong oxidizer
- Vapour pressure
- No data available
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- No data available
- Density
- 2.703 g/cm³
- Solubility
- 6.4 g/100 mL in water at 20 °C
- Log Pow
- No data available
- Viscosity, kinematic
- No data available
- Viscosity, dynamic
- No data available
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Strong oxidizer
- Explosive limits
- No data available
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Reacts violently with reducing agents and combustible materials.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic gases and irritating fumes. The substance is a strong oxidant.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Reducing agents, organic materials, and acids.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Not specified
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Guinea pig oral 810 mg/kg.; LD50 Mouse oral 750 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 1490
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 1490
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 1490
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 1490
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 1490
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Potassium Permanganate
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Potassium Permanganate
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Potassium Permanganate
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Potassium Permanganate
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Potassium Permanganate
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 5.1
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Potassium permanganate is widely used in analytical chemistry as a primary standard for volumetric titrations, particularly in permanganometric titrations where it acts as an oxidizing agent. It is also employed in water treatment processes to remove iron and hydrogen sulfide, as well as in the disinfection of drinking water. In addition, potassium permanganate is utilized in organic synthesis and as a reagent in various chemical reactions. Its strong oxidizing properties make it valuable in the pharmaceutical and environmental industries for oxidation reactions and as a disinfectant.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL1257A
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 158.03 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | 99.5% min | 99.7% |
| Moisture Content | <0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | <0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
| Solubility | 6.4 g/100 mL | 6.5 g/100 mL |
The above product is expected to comply with AR grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AR | 99.5% | 240 °C (decomposes) | <0.5% | <0.1% | None detected | 6.4 g/100 mL in water at 20 °C |
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