Description

Potassium Peroxide CAS NO 17014-71-0 is a powerful inorganic oxidizing agent, typically appearing as a yellow to orange solid. Its high oxidative potential makes it a critical reagent for driving specialized chemical syntheses and industrial oxidation processes. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in sectors requiring controlled, high-energy oxidation, such as advanced materials production and specialty chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Primary oxidant in the synthesis of specialty chemicals and fine organics.
• Oxidation agent in the production of advanced inorganic materials and ceramics.
• Strong oxidizing reagent for controlled laboratory-scale reactions in research and development.
• Component in specific pyrotechnic and oxygen-generating compositions.
• Oxidizing agent for wastewater treatment in specialized industrial applications.
• Reagent for initiating specific polymerization reactions in material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Peroxide
CAS No.	17014-71-0
Molecular Formula	K2O2
Molecular Weight	110.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Dipotassium peroxide; Potassium dioxide; Potassium superoxide (Note: related but distinct compound); K2O2; Dipotassium dioxide; Peroxide of potassium; Potassium oxide (K2O2)
EINECS	241-089-8

Quality Control

Our Potassium Peroxide is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials such as organic compounds, reducing agents, and strong acids. Due to its nature as an easily oxidized material, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to maintain stability. Keep container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and carbon dioxide.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (K2O2)	≥ 95.0 %
Water Content	≤ 1.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %

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