Description

Barium Metaphosphate CAS NO 13762-83-9 is an inorganic salt of metaphosphoric acid, valued for its role as a specialized source of barium and phosphate ions. This compound is particularly significant in applications requiring high-temperature stability and specific optical or ceramic properties. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the ceramics, glass, and specialty chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Ceramics and Glass Manufacturing: Acts as a fluxing agent and stabilizer in the production of specialty glasses and ceramic glazes, improving thermal and chemical resistance.
• Optical Materials: Used in the formulation of specific optical glasses and crystals due to its influence on refractive index and durability.
• Catalyst and Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor or catalyst component in certain inorganic synthesis and organic transformation reactions.
• Flame Retardants: Incorporated as a component in certain flame-retardant formulations for polymers and textiles.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed as a high-purity analytical reagent or research chemical in material science studies.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Used in specific phosphating processes for metal surface conditioning and corrosion protection.

Basic Information

Product Name	Barium Metaphosphate
CAS No.	13762-83-9
Molecular Formula	Ba(PO3)2
Molecular Weight	295.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Barium metaphosphate; Barium polymetaphosphate; Metaphosphoric acid, barium salt; Barium phosphate (Ba(PO3)2); Barium diphosphate; Barium polyphosphate
EINECS	237-354-1

Quality Control

Our Barium Metaphosphate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity and compliance with agreed specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and quality assurance for our industrial partners.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept in a cool, dry place with low humidity. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Ensure the storage area is well-ventilated and separate from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Ba(PO3)2)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.02%
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.