: a dark purple salt KMnO4 used as an oxidizer and disinfectant
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The fabric is compatible with advanced low-impact finishing methods such as ozone and laser, meaning brands can eliminate potassium permanganate from their recipes.—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Oct. 2025 The residue bore traces of gold, potassium permanganate and copper, which Dr. Poliński thinks may have been left by a potion concocted to treat her ailments.—Franz Lidz, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2023
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