Description

Superoxide CAS NO 11062-77-4 is a powerful oxidizing agent and a key intermediate in various chemical synthesis and industrial processes. Its high reactivity makes it valuable for applications requiring controlled oxidation or the generation of other reactive oxygen species. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and specialty chemical production. We supply high-purity grades to meet the stringent demands of these advanced industries.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a potent oxidizing agent in the synthesis of fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and complex organic molecules.
• Polymer Industry: Used as an initiator or catalyst in polymerization reactions and for modifying polymer properties.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in the study of oxidative stress, free radical biology, and as a reagent in drug development processes.
• Laboratory Reagent: Serves as a critical analytical reagent and standard in research and quality control laboratories.
• Water Treatment: Investigated for advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) to degrade organic pollutants in industrial wastewater.
• Bleaching & Textile Processing: Utilized in specialized bleaching applications for pulp, paper, and textiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Superoxide
CAS No.	11062-77-4
Molecular Formula	KO2
Molecular Weight	71.10 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Superoxide; Potassium Dioxide; Potassium Hyperoxide; KO2; Superoxide Ion Source; Oxosulfanyloxidanyl; EINECS 234-275-6
EINECS	234-275-6

Quality Control

Our Superoxide is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with global regulatory standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific USP, EP, or ACS grade requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its nature as an easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) compound and reactivity with strong acid/organic solvent, it should be kept under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen and segregated from acids, reducers, and moisture. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (KO2)	≥ 96.0 %
Potassium Hydroxide (KOH)	≤ 2.0 %
Potassium Carbonate (K2CO3)	≤ 1.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Particle Size (Typical)	Passes through 100 mesh

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.