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Potassium Ethyl Xanthate ( Pex)

Name: Potassium Ethyl Xanthate ( Pex)
Brand: Brij Impex

CAS number140-89-6

EC number205-439-3

AppearancePale yellow powder

IncotermsEXW · FOB · CFR · CIF · DAP

ShippingFrom Indian ports or direct from origin, FCL & LCL

PackingStandard export packing; custom packing & labelling on request

Order sizeFrom sample quantities to full containers

DocumentsCOA, MSDS/SDS, TDS, Certificate of Origin, Packing List, Invoice, B/L

QualityThird-party inspection (SGS / Intertek / BV) on request

Potassium Ethyl Xanthate ( PEX)

IUPAC Name	Potassium Ethyl Xanthate
Abbreviation	PEX
Product Name	Potassium Ethyl Xanthate
Synonyms	Potassium ethyl xanthogenate, Potassium-O-ethyl dithiocarbonate, Ethyl xanthic acid-potassium salt
Chemical Formula	C3H5KOS2
Molecular Weight	160.3 (g/ mol)
CAS	140-89-6
EC No	205-439-3
Relevant identified uses of the substance	In Mining Industries – Xanthates are used as flotation agents for non-ferrous metal sulfides. The sulfur component in Xanthates attracts the sulfide components in the mineral ore. In Pharma Industries – Xanthates are used for manufacturing of drugs like Pantoprazole. In a chemical reaction, Xanthates are used in place of hazardous and flammable liquid CS2. It is also treated as a carrier in such reaction.