Description

Vanadium Sulfate is an important inorganic salt of vanadium, a transition metal valued for its catalytic and electrochemical properties. This compound is a critical precursor in the production of vanadium-based catalysts and energy storage materials. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the chemical synthesis, battery technology, and specialty alloy sectors seeking a reliable source of high-purity vanadium compounds.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing vanadium oxide catalysts used in sulfuric acid production and selective oxidation reactions.
• Electrolyte for Vanadium Redox Flow Batteries (VRFBs): A key component in the electrolyte solution for large-scale energy storage systems due to vanadium's multiple oxidation states.
• Chemical Synthesis: Used as a vanadium source in the preparation of other vanadium salts, complexes, and organometallic compounds.
• Surface Treatment & Alloying: Employed in electroplating baths and as an additive for introducing vanadium into specialty steels and non-ferrous alloys to enhance strength and corrosion resistance.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for electrochemical studies, material science research, and developing new catalytic processes.
• Ceramic Pigments: Acts as a raw material in the formulation of certain yellow and blue ceramic glazes and pigments.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Vanadium Sulfate
CAS No.	16785-81-2
Molecular Formula	VSO4 • xH2O (Commonly hydrated)
Molecular Weight	163.00 g/mol (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Vanadium(II) sulfate; Vanadous sulfate; Sulfuric acid, vanadium(2+) salt; Vanadium sulphate; VSO4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Vanadium Sulfate is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications, with a focus on vanadium content and impurity profiles critical for catalytic and electrochemical performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and trace metal content are provided to guarantee consistency and support your quality assurance protocols.

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 sealed to prevent absorption of moisture from the air. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Blue or violet crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as VSO4)	≥ 98.0 %
Vanadium (V) Content	Contact for details
Water Content (LOD)	Contact for details
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	Balance
Trace Metals (ICP-MS)	Contact for details

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