What is the purpose of this stuff?

Hi, Well I think it's used more as a practical joke than anything but I think the only purpose I can see for it is as an anti-theft dye. A few grains of this stuff on some double sided tape stuck to the item that is private etc will catch the thief purple handed. Word of warning; this stuff is very potent, a little goes a long way, will stain clothes permanently and the only way I've found to get it off your skin is with bleach. Use with caution.

Is this potassium permanganate?

Triarylmethane dye. Not potassium permanganate.

besides pranks and jokes are there any practical uses, like how well dose it work as an actual purple dye for cloth? what shade of purple do you get?

It would be a dark purple, (Google gentian violet stain) but you would not have a lot of control over the result. I would not recommend as a dye for fabric, just can insure it's permanent if it gets on fabric.

Can the dye be removed from the money after I find the theif or do I loose those bills?

If the money gets wet, it will stain the money, which, doesn't hurt anything really, it's still legal tender. But if the dust stays dry the money will be fine. Even the slightest amount of sweat on the hands though will render your hands PURPLE! :D

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🟣 Turn the tables with the ultimate purple power play!

CAUTIONARY POWERHOUSE - Use with extreme discretion—this stain is relentless and unforgettable.
UNSTOPPABLE STAIN FORCE - A tiny sprinkle unleashes a seemingly endless dark purple stain—small dose, massive impact.
MOISTURE ACTIVATED MAGIC - Starts as an innocent green powder but blooms into vivid purple on any wet surface.
ULTIMATE THEFT DETERRENT - Invisible until triggered, it exposes sneaky hands with permanent purple evidence.
STRATEGIC PRANKSTERS DREAM - Perfect for marking shoes, doormats, pool areas, or any high-traffic moisture spots.

Shomer-Tec Special Ingredients Purple Rain Powder is a highly potent, moisture-activated dark purple staining powder made in the USA. Designed to create a seemingly endless supply of vivid purple stain from a tiny amount, it’s ideal for strategic marking and theft deterrence. This powder starts as a dark green powder and instantly stains upon contact with moisture, leaving permanent, hard-to-remove purple marks. Handle with care and discretion to avoid unintended messes.

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ASIN	B00ABV7U3I
Best Sellers Rank	#214,170 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #1,110 in Personal Defense Equipment
Brand Name	Shomer-Tec
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (253)
Date First Available	February 4, 2010
Item Dimensions LxWxH	2 x 2 x 1 inches
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H	5.51 x 3.11 x 1.1 inches
Item Weight	1.6 ounces
Manufacturer	A.C. Kerman - LE
Package Weight	0.01 kg
Part Number	Spe_6279

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