Potash Sulfurated, Technical

Molecular Formula
(K2Sx)y+K2SO4
Catalog Number
P1160
Supplier/Brand
Spectrum Chemical
CAS Number
39365-88-3

Potash Sulfurated, Technical is a mixture mainly composed of potassium polysulfides and potassium thiosulfate. While it used to be used as a topic lotion to treat arthritis and mange, its use in pharmaceuticals has stopped due to it toxicity. However, it is still used for its decorative color effects on copper, brass, bronze, and nickel. Technical grade products supplied by Spectrum are indicative of a grade suitable for general industrial use.


Synonyms: Liver of Sulfur ; Sulfurated Potash

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DOT: UN3262, Corrosive solid, basic, inorganic,, n.o.s. (potash sulfurated), 8, PG II

Largest individual container shippable via:
UPS/FedEx Ground: 12 kg    UPS Air: 2.5 kg    FedEx Air: 12 kg

Additional UPS-imposed hazardous material charge.
Tariff No. 2830909000

Storage Information

HYGROSCOPIC: Keep tightly closed.

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