What is Sodium Persulphate?
Sodium Persulphate (Na2S2O8) is a strong oxidising agent supplied as a white crystalline solid, valued for its ability to release active oxygen and initiate or accelerate a wide range of oxidation reactions. It offers a more stable, easier-to-handle alternative to some other persulphate salts and hydrogen peroxide in certain applications, while still providing powerful oxidising capability across electronics manufacturing, polymer chemistry, textile processing, and environmental remediation applications.
Polychem Industries supplies Sodium Persulphate to printed circuit board manufacturers, polymer producers, textile processing companies, and environmental remediation contractors across India and internationally. Its versatility as a controllable, relatively stable source of strong oxidising power makes it an important specialty industrial chemical across electronics, polymer, and environmental sectors.
Oxidiser Safety Notice
Sodium Persulphate is a strong oxidising agent and should be stored away from combustible materials, reducing agents, and organic materials. It can decompose with the release of oxygen and heat, particularly at elevated temperatures. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area in sealed containers, away from sources of ignition and incompatible materials.
Available Grades
| Grade | Form | Purity | Standard | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial Grade | White crystalline powder/granules | 98%+ (Industrial Grade) | Industrial | PCB etching, polymerisation initiator, textile bleaching, soil remediation |
Applications & Uses
PCB Etching & Electronics Manufacturing
One of the most significant applications. Sodium Persulphate is widely used as a copper etchant in printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing, selectively dissolving exposed copper to create the circuit pattern required for electronic device production.
Polymerisation Initiator
Used as a free-radical initiator in the polymerisation of various monomers including acrylates, styrene, and other vinyl monomers in emulsion and suspension polymerisation processes used to manufacture numerous polymer and latex products.
Textile Bleaching & Desizing
Used in textile processing as a bleaching and desizing agent, helping remove sizing agents and natural pigments from fabrics as part of the textile preparation and finishing process.
Soil & Groundwater Remediation
Used in environmental remediation applications, particularly in activated persulphate treatment systems, to oxidise and break down various organic contaminants in contaminated soil and groundwater treatment projects.
Hair Bleaching & Cosmetic Applications
Used as a component in certain hair bleaching and lightening product formulations, where its oxidising action helps achieve the desired colour-lightening effect on hair.
Oil Field Applications
Used in certain oilfield chemical applications, including as a breaker for polymer-based fracturing fluids, helping reduce fluid viscosity after its primary function has been completed in well stimulation operations.
Technical Specifications
Sodium Persulphate — Key Properties
Why Source Sodium Persulphate from Polychem Industries?
- Industrial grade with full quality documentation
- Certificate of Analysis and MSDS provided on request
- Strong, controllable oxidising power for etching and polymerisation
- Reliable bulk supply for electronics and polymer manufacturers
- Competitive pricing with year-round availability
- Export documentation experience for international shipments
