
Potassium Polysulfide K2Sx [CAS: 37199-66-9 ] - 100g
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Description
Potassium Polysulfide
Other Names: Dipotassium polysulfide, K₂Sₓ
CAS Number: 37199-66-9
Molecular Formula: K₂Sₓ (x = 2 to 6, commonly 4 or 5)
Molar Mass: Variable (depends on x; approx. 182–246 g/mol for typical compositions)
Appearance: Yellow to red crystalline or amorphous solid
Odor: Characteristic sulfur-like odor
Chemical and Physical Properties
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Solubility: Soluble in water; forms strongly alkaline and reactive solutions
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Stability: Sensitive to moisture and air; decomposes in acidic conditions, releasing toxic hydrogen sulfide (H₂S)
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pH: Strongly basic in solution
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Density: Approx. 2.0 g/cm³ (varies)
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Melting Point: Decomposes before melting
Applications
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Chemical Synthesis: Used in inorganic and organosulfur synthesis
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Flotation Reagents: Acts as a sulfurizing agent in mineral flotation processes
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Corrosion Inhibitors: Component in formulations used to prevent corrosion in industrial systems
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Battery and Energy Research: Investigated in polysulfide redox chemistry and flow batteries
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Glass and Pigment Industry: Source of sulfur in glass coloring and dyeing applications
Safety Information
Signal Word: ⚠️ Warning
H251 (44.3%): Self-heating; may catch fire [Danger Self-heating substances and mixtures]
H314 (100%): Causes severe skin burns and eye damage [Danger Skin corrosion/irritation]
H400 (100%): Very toxic to aquatic life [Warning Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard]
P235, P260, P264, P273, P280, P301+P330+P331, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P321, P363, P391, P405, P407, P410, P413, P420, and P501
Handling and Storage
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Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas with appropriate protective equipment. Avoid contact with acids due to H₂S formation
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Storage: Store in tightly closed containers in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place. Keep away from acids, oxidizers, and moisture