Description

Bismuth Tartrate is an inorganic salt of bismuth and tartaric acid, known for its unique chemical and physical properties. This compound is valued in industrial and research settings for its role as a precursor and catalyst in specialized chemical syntheses. Key industries that utilize Bismuth Tartrate CAS NO 6591-56-6 include pharmaceuticals, chemical manufacturing, and materials science for applications requiring bismuth-based reagents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a key starting material or catalyst in the synthesis of specific bismuth-containing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and gastrointestinal agents.
• Catalysis: Serves as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions, leveraging bismuth's low toxicity profile.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and materials science research for developing new compounds and coatings.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of other bismuth salts, stabilizers, and additives for niche industrial processes.
• Laboratory Reagent: Functions as a high-purity chemical for quality control (QC) testing and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bismuth Tartrate
CAS No.	6591-56-6
Molecular Formula	C8H4Bi2O12 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	Approx. 682.08 (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Bismuth(III) Tartrate; Dibismuth Ditartrate; Bismuth Tartaric Acid Salt; Tartaric Acid Bismuth Salt; Bismuthous Tartrate; Butobrite; EINECS 229-536-0
EINECS	229-536-0

Quality Control

Our Bismuth Tartrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, heavy metal limits, and loss on drying. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and traceable raw materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled 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, which can affect product quality and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Bi2O3 content)	≥ 65.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.02 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 5 ppm

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