Potassium perchlorate, GR 99%+

Name: Potassium perchlorate, GR 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000940

About Potassium perchlorate, GR 99%+

Potassium perchlorate (CAS 7778-74-7) is a synthetic reagent offered by Vaqora Chemicals in AR grade with a typical assay of ≥99%. With the molecular formula ClKO4, it has a molar mass of 138.55 g/mol. Alternative names: Perchloric acid, potassium salt and Astrumal.

In its supplied form it is white powder to crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 400 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, reaction development and medicinal chemistry. It is used across academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Potassium perchlorate in 100 g, 250 g and 500 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Reaction development
Medicinal chemistry

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Potassium perchlorate, GR 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-000940
CAS Number	7778-74-7
IUPAC name	potassium perchlorate
Molecular formula	ClKO₄
Molecular weight	138.55 g/mol
Exact mass	137.9122
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	28299010
InChIKey	YLMGFJXSLBMXHK-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	[O-]Cl(=O)(=O)=O.[K+]
PubChem CID	516900

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White powder to crystals
Melting point	400 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 4
TPSA	74.3 Å²
UN number	UN 1489
Synonyms	Perchloric acid, potassium salt, Astrumal, Peroidin, Potassium hyperchloride, Potassium perchlorate (KClO4), Spectrex Fire Extinguishant Formulation A, Potassium perchlorate (USP), KClO4, Irenal, Perchloric acid, potassium salt (1:1), Potassium chlorate(VII)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Oxidiser

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H271May cause fire or explosion, strong oxidizer
H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements: P210, P220, P264, P270, P280, P283, P301 + P317, P306 + P360, P330, P370 + P378, P371 + P380 + P375, P420, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Potassium perchlorate, GR 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Potassium perchlorate, GR 99%+ is 7778-74-7. It is also known as Perchloric acid, potassium salt, Astrumal, Peroidin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Potassium perchlorate, GR 99%+?

Potassium perchlorate, GR 99%+ has the molecular formula ClKO4 and a molecular weight of 138.55 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is potassium perchlorate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Potassium perchlorate, GR 99%+ can I order?

We supply Potassium perchlorate, GR 99%+ in AR (≥99%) grade, in 100 g, 250 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Potassium perchlorate, GR 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Potassium perchlorate, GR 99%+ is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Potassium perchlorate, GR 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Potassium perchlorate, GR 99%+ is classified as hazardous (UN 1489), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.