Description

Beryllium Formate is an inorganic salt of beryllium and formic acid, primarily utilized in specialized industrial and research applications. Its unique properties make it a valuable precursor in the synthesis of advanced materials and catalysts. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the ceramics, electronics, and catalyst development sectors. CAS NO 1111-71-3.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the preparation of specialized catalysts for organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Ceramic Manufacturing: Acts as a sintering aid or additive in the production of high-performance beryllium oxide (BeO) ceramics for electronics.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Serves as a potential beryllium source for depositing thin films in semiconductor and optical coating applications.
• Laboratory Research: Employed as a starting material or reagent in inorganic and materials chemistry research for synthesizing novel beryllium compounds.
• Specialty Glass Production: Used in formulations for glasses requiring specific thermal or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Beryllium Formate
CAS No.	1111-71-3
Molecular Formula	Be(CHO₂)₂
Molecular Weight	99.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Formic acid, beryllium salt; Beryllium diformate; Beryllium formate (1:2); Beryllium(II) formate
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Quality Control

Our Beryllium Formate is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications, with specifications available for technical and high-purity grades.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking or decomposition. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Beryllium Formate)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.01 %

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