Description

Cadmium Sulfate is an essential inorganic salt widely utilized in industrial electrochemistry and research. Its primary value lies in its role as a reliable source of cadmium ions for electroplating and pigment synthesis. This compound is a critical raw material for manufacturers in the electronics, battery, and specialty chemical sectors. We supply high-purity Cadmium Sulfate CAS NO 15244-35-6 to meet the stringent demands of global industrial applications.

Application

• Electroplating: A key component in cadmium electroplating baths for corrosion-resistant coatings on steel, aerospace components, and fasteners.
• Pigment Production: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of cadmium sulfide and cadmium selenide pigments, known for their brilliant yellow, orange, and red hues.
• Battery Research: Used in the development and testing of nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery chemistries and other electrochemical systems.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a cadmium ion source in laboratory-scale synthesis and the production of other cadmium compounds.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard or reagent in various analytical and spectroscopic methods.
• Photovoltaic Research: Investigated for use in the fabrication of thin-film solar cells, such as cadmium telluride (CdTe) photovoltaics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cadmium Sulfate
CAS No.	15244-35-6
Molecular Formula	CdSO4 (commonly as hydrate, e.g., CdSO4·8/3H2O or CdSO4·H2O)
Molecular Weight	208.47 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Cadmium(II) sulfate; Sulfuric acid, cadmium salt (1:1); Cadmium monosulfate; Cadmium sulphate; Cadmium sulfate hydrate; Cadmium sulfate octahydrate; Cadmium sulfate monohydrate; UN2570
EINECS	239-304-9

Quality Control

Our Cadmium Sulfate is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. We offer various grades, including technical and high-purity, tailored to specific application requirements. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, heavy metal content, and insoluble matter. Our quality systems are designed to support compliance with relevant global regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Keep container tightly sealed to minimize moisture absorption. Observe all local and international regulations for the storage of hazardous chemicals.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (CdSO4 basis)	≥ 99.0%
pH (5% solution)	3.0 - 5.0
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001%
Lead (Pb)	≤ 0.002%
Zinc (Zn)	≤ 0.002%

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