Potassium chlorate is a chemical compound consisting of potassium, chlorine and oxygen, and its chemical formula is KCIO3, where potassium chlorate is a powder with white crystals without smell, and this compound is prepared by passing chlorine gas into a hot calcium hydroxide suspension, then adding potassium chloride to the mixture. Potassium chlorate is characterized by its good solubility in warm and hot water. Potassium chlorate is a colorless transparent crystal or white powder. It is used as an oxidizing agent and in explosives, sulfur, textile printing, disinfectants and bleaches. Potassium chlorate is listed as a hazardous material.
Industrial applications:
Potassium chlorate is used in the manufacture of many products such as the manufacture of oxygen, the manufacture of matches, the manufacture of explosives and fireworks, and it is also used in agriculture.
