Description

Barium(+2)Cation is a fundamental ionic species, widely utilized as a key precursor and reagent in advanced inorganic synthesis and materials science. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to impart specific chemical and physical properties, such as high density and X-ray opacity, to final products. This makes it essential for manufacturers in the glass, ceramics, electronics, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop high-performance materials.

Application

• Glass & Ceramics Manufacturing: Acts as a fluxing agent to improve the brilliance, refractive index, and chemical durability of specialty glasses, optical lenses, and ceramic glazes.
• Electronic Materials: Used in the production of dielectric ceramics for capacitors, ferroelectric materials, and other electronic components requiring precise electrical properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial precursor for synthesizing various barium salts, such as barium sulfate, barium carbonate, and barium titanate.
• Drilling Fluids: A key component in the formulation of high-density, water-based drilling muds for the oil and gas industry to control wellbore pressure.
• Pyrotechnics & Signal Flares: Provides the characteristic bright green color in fireworks and emergency signal formulations.
• Radiographic Contrast Media: Used in the manufacture of barium sulfate suspensions for medical imaging procedures of the gastrointestinal tract.
• Catalyst Systems: Employed as a promoter or component in certain catalytic processes for organic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Barium(+2)Cation
CAS No.	12238-75-4
Molecular Formula	Ba²⁺
Molecular Weight	137.33 g/mol (atomic mass of Ba)
Synonyms	Barium(2+); Barium(II) ion; Barium dication; Barium ion (Ba²⁺); Barium atomic ion; Barium, ion (Ba2+); Barium cation
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Barium(+2)Cation products are manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Quality is verified through rigorous analytical testing, including assays for purity and quantification of key cationic content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot results are provided with every 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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and sulfates. Due to the reactive nature of ionic precursors, appropriate chemical storage cabinets are recommended.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (Form)	Typically supplied in solution or as a solid salt
Assay (as Ba²⁺)	≥ 99.0%
Identification	Complies (IR / Wet tests)
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001%
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.002%
Calcium (Ca)	≤ 0.01%
Strontium (Sr)	≤ 0.05%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001%

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