Sodium Percarbonate is a solid chemical compound that releases hydrogen peroxide when dissolved in water. It is used in cleaning products, laundry detergents, and for stain removal.
- Cleaning Products: Used as a bleaching agent in cleaning formulations.
- Laundry Detergents: Applied in laundry products for stain removal and whitening.
- Industrial Applications: Used in certain industrial processes that require an oxygen-based bleach.
- Eco-friendly Cleaning: Used in eco-friendly and non-toxic cleaning products.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties |
Data |
| Appearance |
White, crystalline powder |
| Odor |
Odorless |
| Molecular Formula |
2Na2CO3·3H2O2 |
| Molecular Weight |
314.01 g/mol |
| Melting Point |
50 °C (decomposes) |
| Density |
2.4 g/cm³ |
| Solubility |
Soluble in water, releases oxygen |
| Flash Point |
Not applicable |
| Chemical Stability |
Stable under normal conditions but should be kept away from heat and moisture to prevent decomposition |