Ammonium Persulfate is an inorganic compound with the formula (NH4)2S2O8. It is a white crystalline powder, soluble in water, and relatively stable in water. Ammonium persulfate is commonly used as an oxidizing agent.
Chemical experiments: Often used in the laboratory as an oxidizing agent, especially as an initiator in polymer chemistry. It can trigger polymerization reaction and be used to synthesize various polymer materials.
Electronics Industry: Used as an etching agent in circuit board manufacturing to remove unwanted metal surfaces.
Water treatment: can be used in the water treatment process as an oxidizer to remove organic matter or kill microorganisms.
Textile industry: used as bleach and oxidant in the treatment of textiles.
Cosmetics: Used as an oxidant in hair color products.