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Potassium Permanganate

Potassium Permanganate

Potassium Permanganate (KMnO4) is a powerful oxidizing agent widely used in water treatment, chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications. It is composed of manganese, potassium, and oxygen, where manganese exists in the +7 oxidation state, giving it strong oxidizing properties.

This compound dissolves easily in water to produce a deep purple solution, making it highly effective for disinfection, odor control, and removal of organic and inorganic impurities. It is commonly supplied in the form of dark purple crystalline solids with high purity and stability for industrial use.

Potassium Permanganate plays a critical role in wastewater treatment by oxidizing contaminants such as iron, manganese, hydrogen sulfide, and organic compounds. Its strong oxidizing action ensures improved water quality, reduced BOD levels, and enhanced treatment efficiency.

Applications:

  • 1. Water Treatment: Used for disinfection, odor removal, and BOD control
  • 2. Steel Industry: Acts as a pickling agent for descaling and degreasing
  • 3. Fumigation: Used in poultry farms, hatcheries, and hospitals
  • 4. Air Purification: Helps in odor control and air quality improvement
  • 5. Metal Processing: Removes ferrous impurities in non-ferrous and metal industries
  • 6. Chemical Industry: Used as an oxidizing agent in inorganic and organic synthesis
  • 7. Pharmaceuticals: Used in intermediate manufacturing
  • 8. Chemical Manufacturing: Used in organic intermediates and specialty chemicals
  • 9. General Use: Suitable for institutional, medicinal, and household applications

SPECIFICATION

Sr. No. Molecular formula KMnO4
1 Molar mass 158.04 g/mol
2 Appearance Dark purple-bronze crystals, violet solution in water
3 Density 2.703 g/cm³
4 Melting point 270 °C
5 Solubility in water 6.38 g/100 ml at 20 °C
6 Crystal structure Orthorhombic