Sodium Percarbonate
Sodium percarbonate is an adduct of sodium carbonate and hydrogen peroxide. It is a colorless, crystalline, hygroscopic and water-soluble solid.
- Synonyms
- tetrasodium tris(peroxol) dicarbonate, tetrasodium hydrogen peroxide dicarbonate, SPC
- Chemical Formula
- 2 Na2CO3 · 3 H2O2
- CAS Number
- 15630-89-4
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 314.02 g/mol
- Melting Point
- 60°C decomposes
- Density
- 2.14 g/cm³
- Forms
- Powder, White
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Oxidising agent
- Bleaching agent
Industries
- Cleaning
- Chemical Processing