Description

Barium Iodide CAS NO 13718-50-8 is an inorganic salt primarily used as a key precursor in chemical synthesis and specialty manufacturing. Its high reactivity and solubility make it a valuable reagent for producing other barium compounds and iodine derivatives. This material is essential for industries including chemical research, electronics manufacturing, and the production of specialized optical materials.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile precursor for the production of other barium salts and organobarium compounds.
• Electronics Manufacturing: Used in the preparation of specialized phosphors and scintillation materials for radiation detection.
• Optical Materials: Serves as a raw material in the formulation of high-refractive-index glasses and crystals.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed as a standard analytical reagent in titrations and qualitative inorganic analysis.
• Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the synthesis of catalysts for specific organic reactions.
• Pyrotechnics: A component in the formulation of specialty pyrotechnic compositions to produce specific flame colors.

Basic Information

Product Name	Barium Iodide
CAS No.	13718-50-8
Molecular Formula	BaI2
Molecular Weight	391.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Barium diiodide; Barium(2+) diiodide; Barium iodide (BaI2); Barium iodide anhydrous; Barium(II) iodide; Barium iodide, ultra dry; Barium iodide, 99.5%
EINECS	237-276-9

Quality Control

Our Barium Iodide is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and our quality assurance includes comprehensive testing for identity, assay, and impurity profiles. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (BaI2)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 20 ppm

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