Description

Barium Hydroxide Monohydrate CAS NO 22326-55-2 is a versatile inorganic compound widely used as a strong base and precursor in various chemical syntheses. Its high reactivity and specific properties make it a critical reagent for industrial processes requiring precise pH control and barium ion sources. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the chemical, petroleum, and sugar refining industries, among others.

Application

• Sugar Refining: Used as a clarifying agent to remove impurities and sulfates from sugar syrups.
• Lubricant & Grease Production: Serves as a key component in the synthesis of barium-based soap thickeners for high-temperature and water-resistant greases.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a strong base catalyst and a source of barium ions in organic reactions and the production of other barium salts.
• Water Treatment: Employed for sulfate removal and pH adjustment in specific industrial effluent treatment processes.
• Glass & Ceramics: Used as an additive to modify the properties of glass and ceramic glazes.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a reagent in titrations and analytical methods for detecting carbonates and sulfates.
• Plastic Stabilizer: Utilized in the production of heat stabilizers for PVC and other polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Barium Hydroxide Monohydrate
CAS No.	22326-55-2
Molecular Formula	Ba(OH)₂·H₂O
Molecular Weight	189.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Barium Dihydroxide Monohydrate; Barium Hydrate; Caustic Baryta; Barium Hydroxide Hydrate; Baryta Hydrate; Barium(II) Hydroxide Monohydrate; EINECS 244-909-5
EINECS	244-909-5

Quality Control

Our Barium Hydroxide Monohydrate is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and traceability for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and carbon dioxide, which can degrade product quality. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Ba(OH)₂·H₂O)	≥ 98.0 %
Assay (BaO)	≥ 92.0 %
Carbonate (as BaCO₃)	≤ 1.5 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.05 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.05 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005 %
Insoluble in HCl	≤ 0.05 %

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