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Potassium Permanganate

Also known as Condy's crystals, permanganate of potash, KMnO4

Strong oxidiser for iron and manganese removal, odour control and organic destruction. Supplied against a permit only.

  • SKUNSC-KMNO4-99
  • CAS number7722-64-7
  • GradeTechnical
  • Puritymin. 99%
  • FormSolid
  • AppearanceDark purple crystals with a metallic lustre
  • OriginImported
Danger 5.1 - Oxidising · UN 1490
  • H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser
  • H302 Harmful if swallowed
  • H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

The safety data sheet for this product is supplied with every consignment and is available on request — ask us for a copy.

Controlled product

Potassium permanganate is a controlled precursor. We can only supply it against a valid permit and a signed end-use declaration. Request a quote and our compliance desk will guide you through it.

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  • Safety data sheet supplied with every consignment
  • Technical support on application and handling

Highly effective at oxidising iron, manganese, hydrogen sulphide and taste-and-odour compounds in water, at low dose rates.

Because it is a controlled precursor, supply requires documentation. Send us an enquiry with your end use and we will confirm what is needed.

Specification for Potassium Permanganate
Assay (KMnO4) min. 99%
Insolubles max. 0.2%
Chloride max. 0.005%
Standard packaging25 kg drum
HS code2841.61
EC number231-760-3
  • Iron and manganese removal from borehole water
  • Taste and odour control in potable water
  • Organic destruction in effluent
  • Well and filter media regeneration
  • Analytical oxidant in the laboratory

A strong oxidiser: contact with organic material, glycerol or reducing agents can cause fire. Stains skin, clothing and surfaces deep brown.

Store in the original sealed drum, away from all combustibles and acids.