Description

Barium Persulfate is an inorganic oxidizing agent with the chemical formula BaS₂O₈. This compound is valued for its strong oxidizing properties, making it a critical initiator and reactant in various industrial chemical processes. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the polymer, electronics, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors who require a reliable and potent source of persulfate ions.

Application

• Polymerization Initiator: A key component for initiating the polymerization of monomers such as styrene, acrylonitrile, and vinyl acetate in emulsion and suspension polymerization systems.
• Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Manufacturing: Used in the etching and micro-etching processes for copper surfaces to ensure optimal adhesion of photoresists and other layers.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a strong oxidizing agent in organic synthesis for the preparation of other persulfates or specific oxidation reactions.
• Soil and Groundwater Remediation: Employed in advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) to generate sulfate radicals for the in-situ chemical oxidation (ISCO) of contaminants.
• Hair Bleach and Cosmetic Formulations: Acts as an active ingredient in professional hair bleaching powders and certain cosmetic products requiring controlled oxidation.
• Textile Processing: Used in desizing and bleaching stages for natural fibers.
• Laboratory Research: A reagent for analytical chemistry and research applications requiring a stable solid persulfate source.

Basic Information

Product Name	Barium Persulfate
CAS No.	14392-58-6
Molecular Formula	BaS₂O₈
Molecular Weight	297.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Barium Peroxydisulfate; Barium Peroxodisulfate; BPS; Peroxydisulfuric Acid, Barium Salt; Barium (Peroxodisulfate); Barium Dithionate Peroxide; UNII-4Q93Y6C5QK
EINECS	238-355-8

Quality Control

Our Barium Persulfate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, active oxygen content, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay results, heavy metal limits, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its oxidizing nature, keep separate from combustible materials, reducing agents, and strong acids. The product is easily oxidized and should be stored under conditions that minimize exposure to moisture and atmospheric contaminants. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Barium Persulfate)	≥ 98.0 %
Active Oxygen	≥ 5.3 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.002 %
Moisture (Loss on Drying)	≤ 0.5 %

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