Description

Lead(II) Carbonate Basic is a high-purity inorganic compound essential for applications requiring a controlled source of lead. This material is valued for its specific reactivity and properties in industrial synthesis and manufacturing. It serves as a critical raw material for the production of specialty pigments, ceramics, and as a precursor in various chemical processes for industries including coatings, plastics, and electronics.

Application

• Pigment Manufacturing: A key component in the production of lead-based white and colored pigments for paints, coatings, and artists' colors.
• Ceramic & Glass Production: Used in glazes, frits, and specialty glass formulations to modify melting points and enhance optical properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for the manufacture of other lead salts and organolead compounds.
• Stabilizer for PVC: Employed in the formulation of heat and light stabilizers for polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastics.
• Catalyst & Reagent: Utilized in specific organic synthesis reactions and as a laboratory reagent.
• Radiation Shielding Materials: Incorporated into composites for specialized shielding applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lead(II) Carbonate Basic
CAS No.	1319-46-6
Molecular Formula	2PbCO₃·Pb(OH)₂
Molecular Weight	775.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Basic Lead Carbonate; White Lead; Lead Carbonate Hydroxide; Lead Subcarbonate; Cerussite (mineral form); Dibasic Lead Carbonate; Plumbous Carbonate, Basic; 2PbCO3.Pb(OH)2
EINECS	215-290-6

Quality Control

Our Lead(II) Carbonate Basic is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, heavy metal content, and other critical parameters is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric carbon dioxide and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Pb)	≥ 80.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Water-soluble matter	≤ 0.5 %
Acetic acid-insoluble matter	≤ 0.5 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.005 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.002 %

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