Description

Rubidium Sulfate is an inorganic salt of rubidium, a rare alkali metal, valued for its unique chemical and physical properties. This high-purity compound is essential for specialized applications in research, electronics, and advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the electronics, chemical research, and specialty glass industries.

Application

• Electronics & Optoelectronics: Used in the production of specialized crystals and glasses for fiber optics, laser systems, and photoelectric cells.
• Chemical Research & Synthesis: Serves as a precursor or catalyst in inorganic synthesis and as a source of rubidium ions in various chemical reactions.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard or reagent in spectroscopic analysis and other laboratory procedures.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Acts as a flux or additive to modify the electrical and thermal properties of advanced glass and ceramic formulations.
• Energy Storage: Investigated for use in advanced battery electrolytes and other energy-related technologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rubidium Sulfate
CAS No.	7488-54-2
Molecular Formula	Rb2SO4
Molecular Weight	266.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Dirubidium sulfate; Sulfuric acid, dirubidium salt; Rubidium sulphate; Rubidium(1+) sulfate; EINECS 231-301-7
EINECS	231-301-7

Quality Control

Our Rubidium Sulfate is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics. Our quality systems are designed to meet the exacting standards of industrial and research applications.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of moisture from the air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Rb2SO4)	≥ 99.0%
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 8.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001%

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