Description

Barium Borate Monohydrate is an inorganic salt compound valued for its unique combination of barium and borate ions. This material is particularly significant for its role as a precursor in the synthesis of specialty glasses, ceramics, and as a component in flame-retardant formulations. It serves critical functions in industries such as electronics, specialty glass manufacturing, and advanced materials research, where precise chemical composition is paramount.

Application

• As a key raw material in the production of specialty optical and sealing glasses.
• As a fluxing agent and additive in ceramic and enamel formulations to modify melting points and physical properties.
• As a component in flame-retardant and smoke-suppressant additives for polymers and textiles.
• In the synthesis of other barium-containing or borate-based chemical compounds.
• As a corrosion inhibitor in certain aqueous systems and coatings.
• In research and development for novel material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Barium Borate Monohydrate
CAS No.	19004-06-9
Molecular Formula	BaB2O4 · H2O or Ba(BO2)2 · H2O
Molecular Weight	222.96 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Barium Metaborate Monohydrate; Barium Diborate Monohydrate; Barium Boron Oxide Hydrate; Barium Metaborate, Hydrated; Barium Borate Hydrate; Barium Borate (1:2:4) Monohydrate; Barium Boron Trioxide Hydrate
EINECS	242-772-0

Quality Control

Our Barium Borate Monohydrate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with product specifications tailored to meet the requirements of industrial and technical grade applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and impurity levels is available for every shipment upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and degradation. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as BaB2O4·H2O)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.02 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 50 ppm

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