Sodium percarbonate
General Product Information
| Article | Sodium percarbonate |
| Synonyms | Sodium carbonate peroxide, Sodium carbonate sesquiperhydrate, PCS, SPC, Solid hydrogen peroxide, Sodium carbonate hydrogen peroxide, Sodium carbonate peroxyhydrate |
| CAS No. | 15630-89-4 |
| EEG No. | – |
| EINECS No. | 239-707-6 |
| IMO | Class 5.1 |
| Tariff Code | 28369990 |
| UN No. | 3378 |
| VLG/ADR | Class 5.1, Packing Group III |
Description
Sodium percarbonate is a white, crystalline powder used as an oxidizer and bleaching agent in numerous Applications. Chemically, it is a solid compound of sodium carbonate (soda) and hydrogen peroxide. In contact with water, it releases oxygen, which provides strong cleaning and bleaching action. The product offers an environmentally friendly alternative to chlorinated bleaches and is biodegradable. Sodium percarbonate is widely used in industrial, commercial and household applications .
Characteristics
- Odor: Odorless.
- Hygroscopic: –
- Color: White.
- Grade: Technical.
- Solubility: Highly soluble in water.
- Shape: Crystalline powder.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Chemical Structure | 2Na2CO3-3H2O2 |
| Molar Weight | Approx. 314.02 g/mol |
| Melting Point | > 60 °C (decomposes) |
| Boiling Point | – |
| Density | – |
| Refractive Index | – |
| pH | 10-11 (on 1% solution) |
Applications
Sodium percarbonate is applied in various ways, for instance:
1. Washing & cleaning agents
As an oxygen bleach in ecological laundry powders and stain removers.
2. Industrial cleaning
In CIP systems and for surface cleaning.
3. Agriculture
For disinfection of equipment, work areas and floors.
4. Water Treatment
For oxidation of organic contaminants in wastewater.
5. Cosmetics & Personal Care
Among other things, in teeth whitening products and oral care.
6. Paper & Textile Industry
For eco-friendly bleaching of fabrics and pulp without chlorine.
Interessing Links
- CAS Common Chemistry – Sodium percarbonate
- European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) – For chemical information and regulations.
- PubChem – Sodium percarbonate – Chemical information by the National Library of Medicine of the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NIH-NCBI).
- Wikipedia – Sodium percarbonate