Chlorate - Potassium

A critical component in the heads of safety matches.

Historically used as a mild antiseptic or disinfectant. 🔬 Chemical Reaction: Thermal Decomposition When heated above or in the presence of a catalyst like manganese dioxide ( MnO2cap M n cap O sub 2 POTASSIUM CHLORATE

2KClO3(s)→2KCl(s)+3O2(g)2 cap K cap C l cap O sub 3 open paren s close paren right arrow 2 cap K cap C l open paren s close paren plus 3 cap O sub 2 open paren g close paren ⚠️ Safety and Hazards A critical component in the heads of safety matches

Potassium chlorate has a variety of industrial and laboratory uses, including: Pure potassium chlorate is relatively stable, but mixtures

Used in the production of fireworks and explosives due to its high oxygen content.

Pure potassium chlorate is relatively stable, but mixtures with fuel sources can become highly sensitive to friction or impact.