Barium Sulfate
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Barium sulfate is the inorganic compound with the chemical formula BaSO4. It is a white crystalline solid that is odorless and insoluble in water. It occurs in nature as the mineral barite, which is the main commercial source of barium and materials prepared from it. Its opaque white appearance and its high density are exploited in its main applications.Product Details |
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Formula: |
BaSO4 |
CAS Number: |
7727-43-7 |
Also Known As: |
Barite; Barytes |
applications:
Barium sulfate is a chemical compound with various industrial, medical, and commercial applications:
- Medical: It is used as a contrast agent in X-rays of the digestive system and as a pigment in some medical products, such as ointments and creams.
- Industrial: It is used as a pigment in paints, as a filler in rubber, plastics and paper. Also, it is used as a negative electrode material in lead-acid batteries.
- Other: Barium sulfate is used as a colorant in fireworks to produce green colors and is used as a fining agent in glass to improve its clarity and transparency.
Typical Specifications
Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.
Appearance |
White, crystalline solid |
Boiling Point, °C |
1600 |
Density, g/cm3 |
4.25 - 4.5 |
Melting point, °C |
1580 |
Molecular weight, g/mol |
233.39 |
Odor |
Odorless |
Purity, % |
99 |
Refractive index, n20/D |
1.637 |
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