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This section provides an overview for potassium permanganate as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 41 potassium permanganate manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked potassium permanganate companies as of December, 2024: 1.Parchem, 2.Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp., 3.Drashti Chemicals.
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Potassium permanganate is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula KMnO4 and a molecular weight of 158.03. It has a density of 2.703 g/cm3, a decomposition point of 200°C, and a CAS number of 7722-64-7. This compound consists of potassium ions and permanganate ions.
The manganese in permanganate ion has an oxidation number of +7, making it a potent oxidizing agent. Classified as a hazardous substance under the Fire Service Law and as a toxic substance under the Industrial Safety Law, it must be labeled properly.
Known for its strong oxidizing properties, potassium permanganate is used in metal surface treatment, purification of acids, and tanker cleaning. In organic chemistry, it facilitates oxidation reactions, such as converting alcohols to ketones and aldehydes, cleaving alkenes to diols, and transforming alkyl groups on aromatic rings to carboxy groups. It also serves as a coloring reagent for TLC.
Additionally, it acts as an antiseptic and disinfectant, and is used in water purification and sewage treatment, reflecting its versatility in inhibiting microorganism growth and as a standard solution for redox titration.
At room temperature and pressure, potassium permanganate appears as purplish-black or greenish-black columnar rectangular crystals with a metallic luster, turning into a dark purplish-red solution when dissolved in water. It is highly soluble in water, slightly soluble in organic solvents like methanol and acetone, and in sulfuric acid, but decomposes in alcohol.
As one of the strongest oxidizers, it exhibits potent oxidation capabilities in both acidic and basic solutions. In acidic environments, it reduces to the light pink Mn2+ ion, while in basic solutions, it forms manganese dioxide (MnO2), a brown precipitate.
The production of potassium permanganate involves melting manganese dioxide with KOH or K2CO3 and air oxidizing in a resistant container, or mixing with an oxidant like potassium chlorate for oxidation. After cooling, the synthesized potassium manganate is dissolved in water, filtered to remove impurities, and then treated with carbon dioxide to precipitate potassium permanganate, with potassium carbonate as a byproduct.
Adding potassium permanganate to alcohol can cause a violent exothermic reaction, potentially melting containers or igniting combustible materials. It is crucial to avoid flammable materials and be cautious of oxidation and hazardous substance release. Mixing with concentrated sulfuric acid can produce explosive manganese oxide (Mn2O7), and adding hydrochloric acid to a concentrated solution or solid form generates toxic chlorine gas.
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Wintersun Chemical is a supplier of chemicals for the industrial sector established in 2001 and headquartered in Ontario, California, USA. The company offers household, institutional, and industrial (HI&I) chemicals for cleaning or maintenance applications, and chemical ingredients for agricultural production such as ammonium nitrate. It also offers chemicals for metal treatment and painting, such as zinc phosphates and phosphoric acid. The company’s products are used by clients in the metalworking, glassmaking, and semiconductor industries.
Spectrum Chemical MFG Corp. was founded in 1971, is headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and has facilities in Gardena, California. Spectrum is a fine chemical manufacturing company with an emphasis on USP, NF, FCC, BP, EP, JP, and ACS grade products, and is ISO 9001:2015 certified. Spectrum primarily serves the analytical, biopharmaceutical, food & beverage, personal care, and pharmaceutical chemicals industries. Spectrum has 4 product segments which are chemicals, equipment, supplies, and safety.
Stanford Advanced Materials was established in 1994 in Lake Forest, California to provide rare-earth products for research and development purposes. Stanford Advanced Materials serves many industries ranging from automotive to fashion to energy to research to sports to textiles. Stanford Advanced Materials manufactures and distributes purified metals, ceramics, composite materials including strips, plates, rods, wires, and bars, as well as laboratory equipment and optical equipment including crystals, lenses, splitters, and windows.
AccuStandard, established in 1986 and headquartered in New Haven, Connecticut, USA, is a manufacturer of Certified Reference Materials (CRMs). The offered products include organic standards, inorganic standards, custom standards, proficiency testing materials, and calibration kits. These products are used to ensure the accuracy, precision, and reliability of analytical methods and instruments in various industries such as environmental, pharmaceutical, food, petrochemical, and forensic. Its products meet stated specifications and comply with international standards, including ISO 17034:2016, ISO/IEC 17025:2017, and ISO 9001:2015.
BeanTown Chemical, an American company founded in 2013 and headquartered in Hudson, New Hampshire, is a manufacturer, distributor and supplier of specialty chemicals. The company's product portfolio includes analytical products, inorganic products, organic products, organometallic products, and rare-earth compounds. These products find applications in various industries, including the pharmaceutical industry, chemical industry, government institutions, academia, and research and development (R&D). The company also provides customer services, including a product catalog, custom synthesis, tailored solutions, and special packaging.
Molekula Group, established in 2000, is a chemical manufacturer and distributor based in Darlington, United Kingdom, supported by additional offices and warehouses in Germany, Italy, China, and the United States. The company operates two British subsidiaries, namely Scafell Organics Ltd, which manufactures fine organic chemicals, and Sherman Chemicals Ltd, which provides custom solutions across industries. The company adheres to ISO 9001:2015 standards and offers a diverse range of over 4,500 products. Their product portfolio includes analytical reagents, biochemicals, building blocks, organic and inorganic chemicals, as well as research organics and inorganics.
Graham Chemicals, established in 1988 is a global chemical distribution firm. Situated in Illinois, USA, they offer superior specialty chemical intermediates, surfactants, and performance additives. Some of their focuses include food, flavor, and fragrance industries and industrial and institutional markets. They also provide manufacturing services such as food grade and technical blending, reactions, and milling through their extensive supplier network. With their reliable services and competitive prices, they are known as one of the preferred chemical distributors in the United States.
Creative Safety Supply, LLC, established in 2007 and headquartered in Oregon, United States is a supplier specializing in safety and industrial labeling solutions. The company offers a range of products and services, including safety signs, floor marking tape, and label printers. Catering to various industries, such as manufacturing, warehouses, construction, and logistics, its offerings are used in promoting workplace safety and efficiency. Industries make use of its products and services to ensure clear communication of safety information and to establish visual workplace standards.
Brenntag North America, Inc., founded in 1874 with headquarters in the USA, is a subsidiary of Brenntag SE and is a distributor of chemicals and chemical products and a provider of related services to industry in the United States. The company's products include solvents, additives, catalysts, resins, dyes, and alcohols. Brenntag North America, Inc. offers services that include chemical blending solutions, chemical application development, and environmental solutions such as non-hazardous and hazardous waste disposal, transportation, and laboratory services.
Parchem was founded in 1999 and headquartered in Rochelle, New York. Parchem is a distributor of industrial chemicals. Parchem serves nutritional, personal care, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries. Parchem offerings include coatings, adhesives, elastomers, industrial products, petrochemicals, oleochemicals, plastics, rubber, nutritional supplements, cosmetics, consumer products, catalysts, metallic salts, rare earths, flavors & fragrances, industrial & institutional, textiles, other food-related chemicals, dyes, finishes, chemicals for aerospace, oil gas drilling chemicals, electronics, and pharmaceuticals.
TCI America (TCI) was founded in 1946 and is a worldwide manufacturer of specialty organic chemicals. The company produces organic laboratory chemicals as well as pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and functional materials. TCI’s product segments include Chemistry, Life Science, Materials Science, Analytical Chemistry, and Custom & Bulk. For materials science, the company manufactures battery materials, nanocarbon materials, and magnetic materials. For life sciences, the company produces antibodies, reagents, and chemicals for cancer research. The company produces HLC, NMR, various chemicals, and resins and media for analytical chemistry.
SimSon Pharma Limited, established in 2011 and headquartered in Mumbai, India, is a manufacturer and supplier of pharmaceutical reference materials. Their product range includes drug working standards, drug impurity standards, drug metabolites, and stable isotope labeled compounds. These provide a basis for comparison and validation, enabling pharmaceutical companies to produce safe and effective medications. The company's offerings serve specific purposes, such as calibrating analytical instruments and ensuring precise analytical results, identifying and quantifying impurities in drugs, understanding drug metabolism, and developing new drug therapies.
Loba Chemie Pvt. Ltd. is a Mumbai-based manufacturer and supplier of laboratory and fine chemicals, catering to industries such as pharmaceuticals, food, research, hospitals, and universities since its establishment in 1975. Their product range includes pH indicators, biological stains, HPLC solvents, high purity acids, and tetrazolium salts and derivatives. These products serve various applications like pH testing, cell and tissue staining, chemical separation, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. The company has several certifications, such as ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and ISO 9001:2015.
CHEM-LAB NV, established in 1993, and located in Zedelgem, Belgium, is a manufacturer of reagents for diverse applications. The company offers high-purity NIST-traceable organic and inorganic standards, laboratory reagents, and CRMs for various analytical methods. Its products find applications in environmental science, water resources, food and beverage, manufacturing, and waste monitoring. Certified with ISO 9001:2000, ISO 17034, and ISO 17025, the company maintains quality standards in the production of Certified Reference Standards and Reagents.
SHANGHAI PAMAENS TECHNOLOGY CO. LTD was launched in 2015 in Shanghai, China, and is a manufacturer of energy-saving heating and insulation products. The company makes heating and insulation equipment such as drum tanks, silicone, and band heaters, which it mainly exports to Australia, South East Asia, and Europe. Besides that, it provides hot runner systems, insulation jackets, and heating plate products. The company obtained the ISO9001, CE-EMC-industrial electric heater-1000W, and ISO9002 certifications.
Junsei Chemical Co. Ltd., established in 1948 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a manufacturer of chemical reagents and chemical products, including commissioned synthesis of chemical products. Some of the products it makes include Sodium chloride solution, concentrated glycerin, calcium chloride, ascorbic acid, and nitric acid. The chemical products have a wide range of applications and can be used in pathological examination, as food additives, for analysis, and in the pharmaceutical industry. All its plants, including its research institute, are ISO4001 and ISO9001 certified, while its Saitama and Ibaraki plants are equipped with buildings that comply with GMP.
Drashti Chemicals was established in 2015 in Vadodara, Gujarat, India, as a manufacturer and exporter of chemicals. The company's product line encompasses orthophosphoric acid chemical, white lime powder, caustic soda flakes, non-ferric alum, and anhydrous citric acid, among others. The chemicals find application in water treatment, papermaking, soap manufacturing, cleaning products, and various chemical processes, serving industries ranging from textiles to food and beverages. The chemicals are also employed in oil drilling, dyeing, textile sizing, and metal polishing. The company serves various industries, including manufacturing, food, chemical, pharmaceutical, textile, power, and petroleum.
Paras Chemical Industries is a manufacturer of specialty chemicals based in India, and founded in 1995. It offers a range of chemicals, including solvents, intermediates, and custom formulations such as Potassium Permanganate I.p., Zinc Oxide I.p., Magnesium Sulphate I.p., Sodium Bicarbonate I.P. and Boric Acid I.P. It serves a diverse clientele across industries like pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and dyes. The company's products are appreciated for stability, accurate pH value, precise composition and longer shelf life.
Nippon Chemical Industrial Co. Ltd., started in 1893 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a manufacturer of inorganic and specialty chemicals. In 1950, the company started the production of phosphate fertilizer at the Koriyama factory and the production of insecticides at the Miharu factory. In 1970, it began producing phosphoric acid, and in 1971, it started making chromium compounds. Its portfolio includes chromium compounds, inorganic phosphorus compounds, electronic ceramic materials, pharmaceutical intermediates, and agrochemicals. It also offers custom manufacturing for various industries, including agricultural chemicals, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals.
Autotex Italia s.r.l., established in 1991 and based in Borgosatollo, Brescia, Italy, is a manufacturer specializing in packaging machines for the hosiery industry. The company’s products include sewing machines for applying card-riders, packaging machines for textile-based products such as clothing or linens, and boarding machines for small items such as socks. It also offers boxing and bagging machines for storing several packaged items together in bulk sale or transit operations, and labeling as well as RFID coding systems for packaging applications in the biomedical sector. The company’s products are mainly used by client manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and commercial sectors.
Structure Probe Inc, founded in the year 1970, based in Pennsylvania, United States is a manufacturer and supplier of high quality silicon AFM probes. Their product portfolio includes tweezers, small tools, vacuum pumps and tools, SEM mounts, instruments, TEM grids, chemicals, cleaning supplies, microscopic calibration, specimen storage, substrates, filtration, maintenance, nanomaterials, paint, and adhesives. The products are used in multiple applications which include SEM and TEM supplies, SPM and APM supplies, light microscopic related products, material science, and life science sample preparations.
Honeywell, founded in 1906, in Wabash, Indiana is manufacturer of automotive parts, building technologies, and performance and safety materials for aerospace, The company's product portfolio includes electronic guidance systems, cockpit instrumentation, lighting, automotive parts, and primary propulsion and secondary power turbine engines. The company serves industries such as Oil and Gas, Aerospace and Defense, Automotive and Transportation, Construction, and Power Generation. Their headquartere is located in Carolina and they have global sales offices and distributions channels.
Millipore Sigma, formerly known as Sigma-Aldrich, was created in 175 through the merger of Sigma Chemical Company and Aldrich Chemical company and today is a subsidiary of Merck. Millipore Sigma is a life science and biotechnology company serving the industry with several products and services. Some of their product categories include peptide synthesis materials, biochemicals, building blocks, catalysts, chemical biology, chemical synthesis, flavors & fragrances, formulation, lab chemicals, lab safety, APIs, and stable isotopes. Services include characterization, contract manufacturing, custom products, software, support, testing, and mRNA development & manufacturing.
Magnesia Chemicals LLP is a manufacturer and supplier of magnesia-based chemicals. Located in India, the company was established in 2016. It is a supplier in the magnesia chemical sector that aims to producing a range of magnesia products, including magnesium oxide and magnesium hydroxide, which find applications in industries such as agriculture, construction, and environmental control. The company stands to quality and environmental sustainability, reflected in its compliance with international standards.
Carl Roth GmbH + Co. KG, established in 1879 and headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany, is a manufacturer, distributor, and supplier of laboratory equipment, life science products, and chemicals. Their extensive product range encompasses analytical instruments, biological safety cabinets, heating mantles, pH meters, centrifuges, thermometers, and various chemicals. Their products support and facilitate laboratory research, analysis, and experimentation across various industries such as pharmaceutical, chemical, and environmental sectors. The company is certified according to DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 and DIN EN ISO 14001:2015.
Sanko Technologies Sdn Bhd, established in 2019 and headquartered in Batu Maung, Malaysia, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in RF and wireless communication testing instruments and solutions, particularly for Bird. The company's product range includes a modular vector network analyzer, a USB vector network analyzer, a handheld signal generator, a vector signal analyzer, a vector signal generator, and more. These products cater to a diverse range of sectors, including telecommunications, industry, computers, semiconductors, and universities. The company has established a clientele that includes TE Connectivity, Syrma SGS, Rosenberger, Hermeus, and Andhra Electronics Limited.
Nacalai Tesque Inc., founded in 1846 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, is a manufacturer of research chemicals, fine chemicals, diagnostics, and the related instruments. Some of its products include cytokines, nucleic acid electrophoresis, cell dissociation reagents, and sialic acid-related products, and it also offers custom and bulk service for bulk reagents and cell culture media. The company has more than 50 domestic distributors and several worldwide, including Asia, the Middle East, Oceania, Europe, and Africa. It is ISO 9001 and ISO 9002 certified, while the Kyoto South brand and Tesque factory are ISO 14001 certified.
Merck Millipore, founded in 1954 and headquartered in Darmstadt, Germany, is a manufacturer, distributor, and supplier of life science products and services. Their diverse range of products finds applications in research, development, and manufacturing of biotechnological and pharmaceutical drug therapies. Some of their offerings include filters for removing contaminants from liquids and gases, chromatography columns for separating and analyzing complex mixtures, reagents used in various laboratory assays, antibodies for detecting and quantifying specific molecules, and cell culture media for growing and maintaining cells in culture. Their products and services are utilized significantly in the advancement of life sciences and drug development.
Henan Bon Industrial Company Ltd which was started in 2009, is a distributor, and manufacturer of agrochemicals, catalysts and chemical auxiliary agents. The company is located in Zhengzhou High-tech Development Zone. In 2011, it expanded its product line and entered the Fine Chemical market. Under this wing, they supply noble metal catalysts. They also produce organic phosphine ligands and OLED intermediates. Additionally, they synthesize electronic chemical materials and general chemicals. The main clientele is within the production and life science fields.
Libox Chem India Pvt. Ltd is a manufacturer and distributor of specialty chemicals, that is located in India and was founded in 2003. It has a diverse product portfolio, offering a wide array of specialty chemicals, including surfactants, polymers, and performance-enhancing additives. It caters to multiple industries such as textiles, agriculture, and personal care, among others. Its products find applications in municipal and wastewater treatment, aquaculture, metal processing, air and gas purification and many more.
Sisco Research Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. was established in 1975 and is headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. The company manufactures highly complex reagents and biochemicals for public and private customers across industries with over 5000 products in different grades and packing sizes across product segments. The company’s 6 product categories are General Laboratory Chemicals & Solvents, Biochemicals & Specialty Fine Chemicals, Animal Cell Culture, Nanotechnology Products, Dehydrated Culture Media & Media Kits, and Biolit™ range of DNA and Protein tools.
Founded in 1981, Central Drug House Ltd. serves the scientific community via manufacturing and marketing a library of over 9,000 products to laboratory fine chemicals and dehydrated culture media with emphasis on purity and service. Examples are acids & bases, adsorbents, disinfectants, indicator papers, oils, and solvents. CDH provides bio chemicals, research chemicals, laboratory reagents, various solvents, stains & indicators, and dehydrated culture media. CDH is ISO 9001 certified and CDHs’ products are in compliance with specifications of IP, BP, USP, and EP standards.
Organic Industries Pvt Ltd. is a biotechnology company headquartered in Mumbai, India, specializing in chemicals and polymer processing products. Since its establishment in 1980, the company has offered a wide range of products, including pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediates tailored for pharmaceutical companies, packaging solutions crafted from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) which are designed for industrial applications, as well as nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium (NPK) fertilizers. Additionally, Organic manufactures sodium bentonite for civil engineering purposes and calcium bentonite utilized in cosmetics and pellet binder production. In 2012, the company's manufacturing plant in Ankleshwar, Gujarat received NSF/ANSI/CAN International (NSF) Standard 60 certification.
Vizag Chemical International was founded in Andhra Pradesh, India, in 2011. Vizag Chemical International sells chemical-based products for many sectors including automotive, agriculture, airline, deodorizers, construction chemicals, boat maintenance, degreasers, detergents, drain clean products, greases, personal hygiene, lab chemicals and equipment, fuel treatment, metal treatment, tank cleaners, swimming pool and spa chemicals, scale removers, sewage chemical treatment, as well as raw chemicals. Vizag Chemical International also provides a range of services including chemical inspection, logistics, chemical usage supervision, as well as tank cleaning.
Glentham Life Sciences is based in Corsham, United Kingdom. Glentham Life Sciences is a leading supplier of fine chemicals, raw materials, reagents, and life science products. Glenthem also offers a number of services including custom packaging, call-off orders, and safety documentation. Glentham’s product offerings include chemicals such as amino acids, antibiotics, APIs, biochemicals, buffers, carbohydrates, chitin, chitosan, detergents, dyes, stains, enzymes, inorganic, peptide reagents, phytochemical, raw materials, solvents, steroids, and vitamins among others.
Masterchem, located in Norcross, GA, Eurasia and founded in 1979, is a supplier of industrial chemicals. The company supplies anti-freezing liquids, car and machinery chemicals, household and metalworking chemicals, and pharmaceutical chemicals. The company is also known for providing adhesives, cleaners, laundry starch, hot melt purges, fibre optic cable filling compounds, and cable compounds. The products offered by this company are largely used in various sectors such as disinfectants, paints, varnishes, feed and cosmetic industries, and glass and ceramic industries.
Gajanan Enterprises is a supplier and distributor of comprehensive assortment of industrial and laboratory chemicals. Based in Navi Mumbai, Thane, Maharashtra, India, the company was established in 1993. The company specializes in providing a comprehensive range of industrial products, including Para Benzoquinone Derivatives, Liquid Soap Solutions, and Industrial Acids. Gajanan Enterprises serves various sectors, including manufacturing, construction, and energy industries. The company's services encompass equipment installation, maintenance, and technical support, ensuring seamless operations and optimal performance for its clients.
Founded in Mumbai, India in 2006, Otto Chemie Pvt. Ltd. is an ISO 9001:2015 & GMP certified chemical manufacturing company and distributor. Otto Chemie serves customers in many industries including agriculture and food processing, pharmaceuticals, oil & gas, cement, as well as educational and R&D industries. Product offerings include antibiotics, amino acids, vitamins, detergents, ionic liquids, materials science compounds, labware, oil, metal & ceramic science compounds and tools, oils, reagents, solvents.
Bacto Laboratories Pty Ltd, established in 1966 and based in Australia, is a supplier of surgical and medical instruments, apparatus, and equipment. The company supplies products in different categories such as microbiology, medical, safety products, glassware, and medical to different industries such as government, hospitals, research and development entities, universities, and defense. Apart from this, the company also procures and supplies scientific equipment, glassware, plasticware, blood collection systems, and media and diagnostic products in the Australian market.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Parchem |
7.0%
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| 2 | SRL |
5.7%
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| 3 | Drashti Chemicals |
5.4%
|
| 4 | Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp. |
4.7%
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| 5 | Organic |
4.4%
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| 6 | Paras Chemical Industries |
3.9%
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| 7 | SimSon Pharma Limited |
3.9%
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| 8 | Gajanan Enterprises |
3.6%
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| 9 | Junsei Chemical Co.,Ltd. |
3.6%
|
| 10 | CYMIT QUÍMICA S.L. |
3.4%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the potassium permanganate page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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United States of America
|
10 | 33.3% |
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India
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9 | 30.0% |
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Japan
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4 | 13.3% |
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Belgium
|
1 | 3.3% |
|
China
|
1 | 3.3% |
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Germany
|
1 | 3.3% |
|
Malaysia
|
1 | 3.3% |
Spain
|
1 | 3.3% |
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United Kingdom
|
1 | 3.3% |
| Estonia | 1 | 3.3% |
