Ammonium Persulfate
Ammonium Persulfate (APS), with the chemical formula (NH₄)₂S₂O₈, is a strong oxidizing inorganic peroxysalt. It appears as a white crystalline solid or powder.
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Ammonium Persulfate (APS), with the chemical formula (NH₄)₂S₂O₈, is a strong oxidizing inorganic peroxysalt. It appears as a white crystalline solid or powder. It is soluble in water, but the solution is unstable and decomposes slowly. Upon heating, it decomposes rapidly, releasing oxygen and nascent oxygen, which is the basis for its use as a polymerization initiator and bleaching agent. It is an efficient initiator for polymer synthesis (e.g., acrylic resins, PVC) and is widely used in electronics, textiles, and chemical industries. As a strong oxidizer, it poses fire and explosion risks when mixed with combustibles or reducing agents, requiring safe storage and handling.


Product Name (English)Ammonium Persulfate (APS)
CAS No.7727-54-0
Physical Properties- White crystalline salt or powder
- Strong oxidizing agent
- Soluble in water, solution is unstable
- Decomposes upon heating, releasing oxygen
Applications- Initiator for polymer synthesis (e.g., acrylics, PVC)
- Etchant and cleaning agent for printed circuit boards (PCBs)
- Bleaching agent and hair dye oxidizer
- Reagent in chemical synthesis and soil remediation
SpecificationsPurity: ≥98.5%
Active Oxygen: ≥6.65%
Loss on Drying: ≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤0.001%
Packaging25 KG/net bag or fiber drum with inner plastic bag


Product Nature


  1. Physical Properties:
    · Appearance: White crystalline solid or powder
    · Melting Point: 120°C (decomposes)
    · Density: 1.98 g/cm³
    · Solubility: Freely soluble in water; insoluble in ethanol
    · Decomposition Temperature: Begins significant decomposition around 120°C

  2. Chemical Properties:
    · Strong oxidizing agent. Can react vigorously with many organic compounds, reducing agents, and combustible materials.
    · Aqueous solution is unstable, slowly hydrolyzing to ammonium bisulfate and hydrogen peroxide, which further decomposes.
    · Decomposes upon heating to yield oxygen, ammonium sulfate, etc.
    · Decomposition rate is greatly accelerated by catalysts like silver ions.
    · Its aqueous solution can dissolve metallic silver.

Product Usage


  1. Polymerization Initiator: Serves as a free-radical initiator in emulsion and solution polymerization of monomers like acrylates, vinyl acetate, and vinyl chloride.

  2. Electronics Industry: Used as an etchant and cleaning agent for printed circuit boards (PCBs), for micro-etching copper to enhance adhesion.

  3. Textile & Bleaching: Employed as an oxidizer in hair bleaches and colorants, and as a desizing and bleaching agent for textiles.

  4. Chemical Synthesis: Used as an oxidizing agent in organic synthesis.

  5. Environmental Remediation: Used for soil and groundwater remediation, oxidizing and degrading organic pollutants by generating sulfate radicals (SO₄•⁻).

  6. Other Applications: Metal cleaning, starch modification, battery depolarization, etc.

Safety Matters


  1. Health Hazards:
    · Strongly irritating to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Can cause burns, redness, and pain.
    · Inhalation of dust may cause respiratory irritation, coughing, sore throat, and can lead to allergic reactions and asthma.
    · Harmful if swallowed.

  2. Handling Protection:
    · Wear dust mask, chemical safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, and protective clothing when handling.
    · Avoid dust formation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
    · Handle in a well-ventilated area. Use local exhaust if necessary.
    · Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after handling.

  3. Storage & Transportation:
    · Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from heat and ignition sources.
    · Store separately from reducing agents, combustibles, organic materials, alkalis, metal powders (e.g., iron, zinc), sulfides, etc. NEVER store together.
    · Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture.
    · Use non-sparking tools. Avoid shock, friction, and impact.

  4. Fire Fighting:
    · Although non-combustible itself, it is a strong oxidizer and will intensify the fire of surrounding combustible materials, potentially causing an explosion.
    · Use large quantities of water to extinguish fire involving this material.
    · Decomposes in fire, producing toxic and corrosive fumes including sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides (NOx), and ammonia.
    · Firefighters must wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

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