Potassium Amyl Xanthate (PAX)
Potassium Amyl Xanthate (PAX)
Potassium Amyl Xanthate (PAX) is one of the most widely used collectors in the mining industry.
Silvari Group offers access to this effective collector, known for its selectivity and performance in the flotation of sulfide minerals, such as the flotation of copper, lead, and zinc ores.
Available Forms
Potassium Amyl Xanthate (PAX) is supplied in two stable and efficient physical forms, designed to ensure safe handling, easy transport, and consistent flotation performance across industrial applications.
- Powder Form – Fine crystalline powder offering high solubility and rapid dispersion in flotation processes.
- Granular Form – Dust-free, compact granules for safer storage, reduced loss during handling, and improved dosing precision.
Each form is produced and packed under controlled quality and safety conditions, ensuring stability and compliance with international standards for mining and metallurgical applications.
Applications
- Mining – Widely used as a flotation collector for sulfide ores such as copper, lead, zinc, and nickel due to its collecting power and selectivity.
- Metallurgical Extraction – Applied as a flotation agent to optimize recovery conditions for different metal ores in complex or low-grade mineral mixtures.
- Chemical Synthesis – Utilized as an intermediate in the synthesis of other xanthate compounds and organic chemicals to produce derivatives with specific features for several applications, such as agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and organic synthesis.
Technical Identification
- CAS Number: 2720-73-2
- EC Number: 220-294-1
- Appearance: Yellow to pale yellow fine powder, granules, or pellets
- Regulatory Status:
- Potassium Amyl Xanthate is classified as a hazardous and irritant substance.
- Handled and supplied in accordance with international transport and chemical safety regulations (IMDG, UN classification), and managed under applicable industrial and export frameworks.
Silvari Group enables access to high-quality Potassium Amyl Xanthate with consistent collecting strength across diverse flotation applications. Our commitment to quality, safety, and timely delivery supports efficient recovery and operational sustainability in the mining and mineral processing industry.