Sodium Amyl Xanthate (SAX)

Sodium Amyl Xanthate (SAX) is a sightly yellow or grey yellow powder or pellet. It is soluble in water and decomposes easily in the presence of acid and heat. It has a very pungent odour.

Potassium Amyl Xanthate (PAX) is available in the form of yellowish or pale-grey crystals or in the form of free-flowing powder in the purest state. PAX is also available in the form of a solution. PAX is highly water-soluble and emits a slightly unpleasant odor that is similar to that of carbon disulfide or that of decaying cabbage. Another property of PAX is the absorption of moisture from air i.e., hygroscopic nature.

Potassium Amyl Xanthate (PAX) is available in the form of yellowish or pale-grey crystals or in the form of free-flowing powder in the purest state. PAX is also available in the form of a solution. PAX is highly water-soluble and emits a slightly unpleasant odor that is similar to that of carbon disulfide or that of decaying cabbage. Another property of PAX is the absorption of moisture from air i.e., hygroscopic nature.

Sodium Isopropyl Xanthate (SIPX) is available in the solid powder form or in the shape of pellets. SIPX has the appearance of white to yellowish deliquescent solid in the powder form. The color of the SIPX pellets varies from yellow to green. In the solid powder form, SIPX emits a slightly pungent odour. In the pellet form, SIPX emits a sulphur like odour.