Description

n-Butylxanthic Acid Potassium Salt is a specialized organosulfur compound widely utilized as a high-performance collector in mineral processing. Its primary value lies in its selective flotation properties, enabling the efficient separation and recovery of valuable sulfide ores. This chemical is essential for mining and metallurgical operations seeking to optimize yield and purity in copper, nickel, and other non-ferrous metal extraction processes.

Application

• Sulfide Ore Flotation: Primary collector for the froth flotation of copper, nickel, lead, and zinc sulfide minerals.
• Mineral Beneficiation: Enhances the separation efficiency of complex ores to improve metal recovery rates.
• Platinum Group Metals (PGM) Recovery: Used in the concentration of precious metal ores.
• Molybdenum Flotation: Aids in the selective recovery of molybdenite from copper-molybdenum concentrates.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a reagent in organic synthesis for introducing xanthate functional groups.
• Research & Development: Employed in laboratory studies for developing new flotation reagents and processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Butylxanthic Acid Potassium Salt
CAS No.	871-58-9
Molecular Formula	C5H9KOS2
Molecular Weight	188.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium n-Butyl Xanthate; Butyl Potassium Xanthate; Potassium Butylxanthogenate; PBX; n-Butyl Potassium Xanthate; K-BuX; Butylxanthic Acid Potassium Salt; 1-Butyl Potassium Xanthate
EINECS	212-801-0

Quality Control

Our n-Butylxanthic Acid Potassium Salt is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, assay, and physical properties relevant to industrial flotation performance. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and reliability for your critical processes.

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 powder or flakes
Assay (as Potassium Butyl Xanthate)	Min. 90%
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Moisture Content	Max. 1.5%
Insoluble Matter	Max. 0.5%
pH (1% Solution)	8.0 - 10.5

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