Potassium Permanganate
chemical formula: KMnO4
( powder )
Potassium Permanganate is a common oxidizer most often used to treat & disinfect water. It is also known for its use in a spontaneous combustion experiment. If one places a few drops of Glycerin on a small pile of Potassium Permanganate, the pile will burst into flames in a short time. Solutions of Potassium Permanganate are a deep purple in color and the material stains virtually any organic material.
NOTE: Federal regulations limit purchase of this chemical to 1 pound per year per customer.
MSDS ( Material Safety Data Sheet )
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| Shipping Restriction (info) |
USA Only |
| Hazmat Fee (info) |
No |
| Signature Required (info) |
No |
| Quantity Restriction |
Yes |
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