Description

Potassium o-Isooctyl Dithiocarbonate is a specialized organosulfur compound widely utilized as a high-performance collector agent in mineral processing. Its primary value lies in its exceptional selectivity and efficiency for the flotation of sulfide ores, enabling higher metal recovery rates and improved concentrate grades. This chemical is critical for mining and metallurgical operations targeting copper, lead, zinc, and other base metals, where optimizing separation processes directly impacts profitability and resource utilization.

Application

• Sulfide Ore Flotation: Primary collector for the selective flotation of copper, lead, zinc, and nickel sulfide minerals from ore.
• Mineral Processing Optimization: Enhances the recovery and grade of metal concentrates in froth flotation circuits.
• Copper-Molybdenum Separation: Used in circuits where selective depression or activation is required for efficient separation.
• Industrial Chemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate or chain-transfer agent in the production of specialty chemicals and polymers.
• Research & Development: Employed in laboratory studies for developing new flotation reagents and processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium o-Isooctyl Dithiocarbonate
CAS No.	85650-89-1
Molecular Formula	C9H18KOS2
Molecular Weight	245.47 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium O-Isooctyl Xanthate; Potassium Isooctyl Xanthogenate; O-Isooctyl Potassium Xanthate; Isooctyl Potassium Xanthate; Potassium Isooctyl Dithiocarbonate; 2-Octyl Potassium Xanthate; KIX; SIPX (Sodium Isobutyl Xanthate analog series)
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Quality Control

Our Potassium o-Isooctyl Dithiocarbonate is manufactured under stringent process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, purity, and critical impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air, moisture, or light may degrade its performance. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale yellow to amber powder or granules
Assay (as Potassium o-Isooctyl Dithiocarbonate)	Min. 90%
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Moisture Content	Max. 1.0%
Insoluble Matter	Max. 0.5%
pH (1% Solution)	9 - 11

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