Description

Thorium Disulphate is an inorganic thorium salt with the chemical formula Th(SO₄)₂. This compound is significant for its role as a precursor in the synthesis of other thorium compounds and in specialized material science research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial laboratories focused on nuclear chemistry, catalysis, and the development of advanced ceramic materials.

Application

• Nuclear Fuel Cycle Research: Acts as a chemical precursor in studies related to thorium-based nuclear fuel processing and reprocessing.
• Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material or catalyst component in specific organic synthesis and petrochemical reactions.
• Advanced Ceramics & Glass: Used in the research and production of specialized ceramics, glass compositions, and optical materials where thorium's properties are advantageous.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard or reagent in analytical techniques for the determination of other elements or in radiochemical analysis.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for investigating the properties of thorium compounds and composite materials.
• Rare Earth Element Separation: May be involved in chemical processes for the separation and purification of rare earth elements.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thorium Disulphate
CAS No.	10381-37-0
Molecular Formula	Th(SO₄)₂
Molecular Weight	424.17 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Thorium(IV) sulfate; Thorium sulfate; Thorium sulphate; Sulfuric acid, thorium(4+) salt (1:2); Dithorium trisulfate; Thorium disulfate
EINECS	233-856-1

Quality Control

Our Thorium Disulphate is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration and identification by IR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profiles, and other critical parameters is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Th(SO₄)₂)	≥ 98.0 %
Water (Karl Fischer)	≤ 2.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Nitrate (NO₃)	≤ 0.05 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002 %

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