Description

Cesium Peroxide is an inorganic chemical compound of cesium and oxygen, known for its strong oxidizing properties. This compound is critical in specialized chemical synthesis and materials science where a powerful, high-purity oxidant is required. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in sectors such as advanced ceramics, specialty glass formulation, and as a precursor in electronic materials production.

Application

• Oxidizing Agent in Synthesis: Employed as a potent oxidant in organic and inorganic chemical reactions, particularly where milder oxidants are insufficient.
• Electronic Materials: Used in the production of specialized cesium-based compounds for photoelectric cells and cathode materials.
• Ceramics & Glass Manufacturing: Acts as a doping agent or flux component in the formulation of high-index optical glasses and specialty ceramics.
• Laboratory Research: Serves as a key reagent in academic and industrial R&D for developing new catalytic systems and energy storage materials.
• Surface Treatment: Applied in surface oxidation processes for specific metal alloys.
• Pyrotechnic Compositions: Used in specialized formulations for colorants and oxidizers in pyrotechnics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cesium Peroxide
CAS No.	12053-70-2
Molecular Formula	Cs2O2
Molecular Weight	297.81 g/mol
Synonyms	Cesium Dioxide; Dicesium Peroxide; Cesium Superoxide (common misnomer); Peroxydicesium; Cesium Oxide (Cs2O2); Cesium(I) Peroxide
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Quality Control

Our Cesium Peroxide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or industrial grade requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as organic compounds, reducing agents, and strong acids. Due to its nature as an easily oxidized compound, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Cs2O2)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (by difference)	≥ 97.0%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 50 ppm
Moisture Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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