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Potassium perborate

CAS 13769-41-0Formula H4B2K2O8Molar mass 231.84 g/molEC 237-387-2
Potassium perborate chemical structure, H4B2K2O8, CAS 13769-41-0
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
13769-41-0
Formula
H4B2K2O8
Molar mass
231.84 g/mol
EC number
237-387-2
HS code
284030
Category
Silicates, borates and other salts

What is Potassium perborate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Potassium perborate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula H4B2K2O8 and a molar mass of 231.84 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 13769-41-0. The IUPAC name is dipotassium, 3,3,6,6-tetrahydroxy-1,2,4,5-tetraoxa-3,6-diboranuidacyclohexane.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
dipotassium, 3,3,6,6-tetrahydroxy-1,2,4,5-tetraoxa-3,6-diboranuidacyclohexane
CAS number
13769-41-0
EC number
237-387-2
Molecular formula
H4B2K2O8
InChIKey
XPAMMRKUNBPWDW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/B2H4O8.2K/c3-1(4)7-9-2(5,6)10-8-1;;/h3-6H;;/q-2;2*+1
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
[B-]1(OO[B-](OO1)(O)O)(O)O.[K+].[K+]

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
231.84 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
231.9366 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-9.26calc.
Topological polar surface area
117.8 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
4calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
8calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
12calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Components
3calc.

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Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Potassium perborate is traded under.

HS 2840.30Indicative HS code

Peroxoborates (perborates)

World exports in 2024
$8.18M
−19.2% vs 2023, imports $11.5M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China52.6%
  2. United States30.6%
  3. Germany13.3%
Top importers
  1. United States36.4%
  2. Canada11.1%
  3. India * partner reported9.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Potassium perborate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Potassium perborate?

Potassium perborate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula H4B2K2O8 and a molar mass of 231.84 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 13769-41-0. The IUPAC name is dipotassium, 3,3,6,6-tetrahydroxy-1,2,4,5-tetraoxa-3,6-diboranuidacyclohexane.

What is the CAS number of Potassium perborate?

The CAS registry number of Potassium perborate is 13769-41-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Potassium perborate?

The molecular formula of Potassium perborate is H4B2K2O8 and its molar mass is 231.84 g/mol.

What is Potassium perborate used for?

Known uses and roles of Potassium perborate include bleaching agents in textiles and leather and bleaching agents in home care and cleaning.

Is Potassium perborate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Potassium perborate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Potassium perborate?

Potassium perborate is usually classified under HS code 284030 (Peroxoborates (perborates)). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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