Description

Potassium Methylxanthate is a specialized organosulfur compound widely utilized as a high-performance flotation collector. Its primary value lies in its exceptional selectivity and strong affinity for specific metal ions, enabling efficient mineral separation and recovery processes. This reagent is essential for mining and metallurgical operations targeting sulfide ores, where it significantly improves concentrate grade and metal yield.

Application

• Froth Flotation of Sulfide Ores: A primary collector for the selective recovery of copper, lead, zinc, and nickel sulfide minerals from ore slurries.
• Mineral Processing: Enhances the separation efficiency of complex polymetallic ores, improving the grade of the final concentrate.
• Metal Ion Precipitation: Used in analytical chemistry and wastewater treatment for the selective precipitation and removal of heavy metal ions.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate or reagent in organic synthesis for introducing xanthate functional groups.
• Laboratory Research: Employed in studies related to flotation chemistry, surface science, and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Methylxanthate
CAS No.	2667-20-1
Molecular Formula	C2H3KOS2
Molecular Weight	146.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Methyldithiocarbonate; Methyl Potassium Xanthate; Potassium O-Methyl Dithiocarbonate; Methylxanthic Acid Potassium Salt; K-MX; PMX; Potassium Methyl Xanthogenate; Methyl Xanthic Acid Potassium Salt
EINECS	220-222-5

Quality Control

Our Potassium Methylxanthate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, purity verification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and decomposition. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale yellow to yellow crystalline powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
pH (10% solution)	9.0 - 11.0
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%

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