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Potassium Permanganate (KMnO₄) — Properties, Uses & Safety

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Overview

A striking purple oxidizing agent used in water treatment, organic synthesis, and as a foot antiseptic.

IUPAC Name: potassium permanganate
CAS Number: 7722-64-7
PubChem CID: 516875
Molecular Formula: KMnO₄
Molar Mass: 158.034 g/mol
State at STP: solid
Appearance: Purple to black crystalline solid

Safety Information

GHS Hazard Codes

H272H290H302H311H314H332H400H410

GHS Pictograms

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