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Proxan Potassium

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Proxan potassium (isopropyl potassium xanthate) is a synthetic organosulfur compound used industrially, notably as a flotation agent in mineral processing.

Also known as Carbonic acid, dithio-, O-isopropyl ester, potassium salt, Isopropyl potassium xanthate
INCI name Proxan Potassium
CAS number 140-92-1
EC number 205-441-4
CosIng ID 81240
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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