Sodium percarbonate is an inorganic addition compound formed from sodium carbonate and hydrogen peroxide, appearing as a colorless, crystalline, hygroscopic, and water-soluble solid. It is primarily used as a bleaching agent in laundry and cleaning products, where it releases hydrogen peroxide upon dissolution to aid in stain removal and whitening.
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CAS 15630-89-4
Strontium carbonate
Glass and steel production additive
Magnesium carbonate hydroxide pentahydrate
Pulp and paper processing additive
Calcium carbonate
Cement and glass manufacturing additive
Barium carbonate
Manufacture of glass, ceramics, and enamels
2-ethylhexyl diphenyl phosphite
Plastic additive
Octyl cyanoacetate
Chemical intermediate for synthesis
1-propoxy-2-propanol
Solvent for cleaning and coatings
(RS)-1-ethoxy-2-propanol
Solvent for paints, lacquers, and cleaning products
tetrasodium;hydrogen peroxide;dicarbonate
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