Description

Rubidium Bicarbonate is an inorganic salt of rubidium and carbonic acid, represented by the chemical formula RbHCO₃. This specialized compound is valued for its role as a high-purity source of rubidium ions in advanced material synthesis and research applications. It is primarily utilized by industries and laboratories focused on electronics, catalysis, and specialized chemical manufacturing where precise metal ion incorporation is critical.

Application

• As a precursor in the synthesis of other high-purity rubidium compounds and materials.
• Used in research and development of specialized catalysts and chemical processes.
• Employed in the electronics industry for the production of certain optical crystals and components.
• Acts as a source of rubidium in analytical chemistry and laboratory reagent formulations.
• Potential use in specialized glass and ceramic formulations to modify physical properties.
• Applied in academic and industrial research for studying reaction mechanisms and material properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Rubidium Bicarbonate
CAS No.	19088-74-5
Molecular Formula	RbHCO₃
Molecular Weight	146.48 g/mol
Synonyms	Rubidium Hydrogen Carbonate; Carbonic Acid, Monorubidium Salt; Acid Rubidium Carbonate; Rubidium Bicarbonate (RbHCO3); Bicarbonate of Rubidium
EINECS	242-846-8

Quality Control

Our Rubidium Bicarbonate is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, assay, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (RbHCO₃)	≥ 98.0 %
pH (in solution)	7.5 - 8.5
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.01 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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