Barium Hydroxide
Product code RXSOL-19-6604-019
Barium hydroxide has the molecular formula of Ba(OH)2 and the molecular weight of 121.6324 g/mol. It occurs as an anhydrate whose prismatic, colorless crystals are very deliquescent. Barium hydroxide can be prepared by dissolving barium oxide
Description
Barium Hydroxide – Properties, Uses, Applications & Industrial Benefits
Barium Hydroxide is a strong inorganic base used in a variety of chemical, industrial, laboratory, and manufacturing applications. It is commonly available as Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate [Ba(OH)₂·8H₂O] and, in some applications, as anhydrous Barium Hydroxide.
Its strong alkalinity and ability to react with acids and sulfate-containing compounds make it a useful chemical for chemical synthesis, wastewater treatment, industrial processing, and specialty chemical manufacturing.
Barium hydroxide has the molecular formula of Ba(OH)2 and the molecular weight of 121.6324 g/mol. It occurs as an anhydrate whose prismatic, colorless crystals are very deliquescent. Barium hydroxide can be prepared by dissolving barium oxide
Application
What is Barium Hydroxide?
Barium Hydroxide is an inorganic compound consisting of barium, oxygen, and hydrogen. The octahydrate form is generally supplied as a white crystalline solid.
Chemical formula: Ba(OH)₂
Common hydrated form: Ba(OH)₂·8H₂O
CAS No. (octahydrate): 12230-71-6
Barium Hydroxide produces a strongly alkaline solution in water and can neutralize acids effectively.
Precautions
Barium Hydroxide Supplier
When sourcing Barium Hydroxide, industrial buyers should confirm:
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Anhydrous or octahydrate grade
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Purity
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Particle size
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Technical or laboratory grade
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Packaging
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Certificate of Analysis (COA)
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Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
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Batch consistency
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Application requirements
A reliable chemical supplier should provide appropriate technical documentation and handling information.