Description

Lead Acetate Trihydrate is a high-purity inorganic salt widely recognized for its role as a key reagent and precursor in analytical and industrial chemistry. Its consistent quality and reliable performance make it essential for processes requiring precise lead ion sources and controlled precipitation. This product is primarily utilized by manufacturers and laboratories in the chemical synthesis, textile, and analytical reagent sectors.

Application

• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a reagent for the detection and precipitation of sulfides, chromates, and other anions.
• Textile Industry: Serves as a mordant in dyeing processes to improve color fastness on fabrics.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor or catalyst in the production of other lead compounds and specialty chemicals.
• Hair Coloring: Employed as a progressive colorant in certain hair dye formulations.
• Waterproofing Agent: Used in the treatment of fabrics and materials to impart water-resistant properties.
• Laboratory Research: Functions as a standard or reference material in various scientific studies and quality control protocols.
• Electroplating: Utilized in specific electroplating baths for depositing lead or lead alloy coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lead Acetate Trihydrate
CAS No.	6080-56-4
Molecular Formula	Pb(C2H3O2)2 · 3H2O
Molecular Weight	379.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Lead(II) acetate trihydrate; Sugar of lead; Plumbous acetate trihydrate; Neutral lead acetate; Acetic acid, lead(2+) salt, trihydrate; Goulard's powder; Salt of Saturn
EINECS	206-104-4

Quality Control

Our Lead Acetate Trihydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, heavy metal limits, and identification, to meet relevant industry and reagent-grade specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystals or crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Pb(CH3COO)2·3H2O)	≥ 99.0%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001%
Nitrate (NO3)	≤ 0.002%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.002%
Copper (Cu)	≤ 0.001%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001%
Substances not precipitated by H2S	≤ 0.05%

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