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Sodium n-Butyl Xanthate (SNBX)

Chemically identical to SBX (sodium n-butyl xanthate); listed separately as it is commonly specified under this exact name in tenders and mine reagent lists.

Product codeSNBX
Purity / spec88–90% min
AppearanceYellow granular solid
Packaging25 kg multi-wall bags or drums
What it is

Chemical properties

SNBX denotes the straight-chain (normal) butyl isomer of sodium butyl xanthate, distinguishing it from branched-chain (isobutyl) variants such as SIBX.

Application

How it’s used

Copper sulphide flotation collector, interchangeable in most circuits with SBX at the same dose rate.

Used with / for
  • Copper sulphides
  • Lead-zinc sulphides
Storage & handling

Dry, cool, ventilated storage away from acids and oxidisers.

Safety

Flammable solid. Full Safety Data Sheet (SDS) supplied with every consignment.

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