Title: Zinc Permanganate
CAS Registry Number: 23414-72-4
CAS Name: Permanganic acid (HMnO4) zinc salt
Molecular Formula: Mn2O8Zn
Molecular Weight: 303.28
Percent Composition: Mn 36.23%, O 42.20%, Zn 21.57%
Line Formula: Zn(MnO4)2
Literature References: The article of commerce is about 95% pure.
Properties: Hexahydrate, violet-brown or almost black, deliquesc crystals; similar to potassium permanganate in appearance. Deteriorates on exposure to light and air. Sol in 3 parts water; dec by alc. Keep well closed and protected from light.
Therap-Cat: Antiseptic; astringent.
Keywords: Antiseptic/Disinfectant; Peroxides/Permanganates; Astringent.
Status: This monograph has been retired and is no longer subject to revision or update. |