Chemical Formula: BaCl? · 2H?O
Molecular Weight: 244.26 g/mol
Barium Chloride (98%–99%) is a high-purity inorganic compound available as a white crystalline powder or granules. It is soluble in water and commonly used in chemical synthesis, water treatment, pigments, and metal processing. This technical-grade product is known for its stability, purity, and versatility in both laboratory and industrial applications.
Water Treatment:
Used for the removal of sulfates from brine solutions and wastewater treatment.
Pigment & Dye Industry:
Acts as a precursor in the manufacture of barium-based pigments and salts, such as Barium Sulfate and Barium Chromate.
Metal Processing:
Employed in heat treatment salts and case-hardening of steel.
Chemical Manufacturing:
Used as a reactant for preparing other barium compounds.
Laboratory Use:
Serves as a reagent for sulfate analysis and other analytical applications.
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder or granules |
| Solubility | Soluble in water; insoluble in alcohol |
| Assay (as BaCl?·2H?O) | 98%–99% |
| Insoluble Matter | ≤ 0.1% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.002% |
| Sulphate (SO?) | ≤ 0.05% |
| pH (5% solution) | 5.0 – 7.0 |
| Grade | Technical / Industrial Grade |
| Packaging | 25 kg / 50 kg HDPE bags or drums |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place; keep container tightly closed and protected from moisture |