Educational summary of documented chemical interactions. Do NOT attempt any of these mixtures. If an accidental mix occurs, evacuate, ventilate, and call emergency services. Terms of use.
Chemical mixture
Can you mix Hydrochloric acid and Potassium permanganate?
☠Deadly. Do not mix.. Releases chlorine gas.
oxidizer
Potassium permanganate
CAS 7722-64-7
What happens
Permanganate oxidizes chloride to Cl2 in acid. This is a lab preparation of chlorine and must only be run in a fume hood with a scrubber.
Reaction products
- Chlorine (Cl2)
- Manganese chloride
- Water
If contact happens
Do not combine outside of a controlled experiment with local exhaust ventilation.
Other common mixtures
Bleach (sodium hypochlorite) + Ammonia☠Bleach (sodium hypochlorite) + Vinegar (acetic acid)☠Bleach (sodium hypochlorite) + Hydrochloric acid☠Bleach (sodium hypochlorite) + Isopropyl alcohol⚠Bleach (sodium hypochlorite) + Ethanol⚠Bleach (sodium hypochlorite) + Hydrogen peroxide⚠Bleach (sodium hypochlorite) + Acetone⚠Hydrochloric acid + Sodium hydroxide!Sulfuric acid + Sodium hydroxide⚠
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