Application

Sodium isopropyl xanthate (SIPX), with the chemical formula C₅H₁₁O₂S₂Na, is a widely used flotation reagent in gold mining. It acts as a collector, selectively binding to gold-bearing minerals and enhancing their hydrophobic properties. This improves the separation of these minerals from ore slurries during the flotation process. By promoting the attachment of gold particles to air bubbles, SIPX helps to concentrate and recover gold more efficiently, making it an essential component in the gold extraction process.