Description

Lead(II) Formate is a specialized inorganic salt with significant utility in industrial synthesis and materials science. Its primary value lies in its role as a precursor for the production of lead-based compounds and as a catalyst or reagent in specific chemical transformations. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in sectors such as pigments, specialty catalysts, and pyrotechnics. We supply high-purity Lead(II) Formate to meet the stringent demands of global industrial applications.

Application

• Precursor for Lead Oxide and Other Lead Compounds: Serves as a key starting material in the synthesis of various lead-based industrial chemicals.
• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Used as a catalyst or reagent in specific esterification and condensation reactions.
• Pyrotechnic Compositions: Employed in the formulation of specialty fireworks and signal flares for its combustion properties.
• Laboratory Research & Development: A critical reagent for academic and industrial R&D in inorganic and materials chemistry.
• Stabilizer and Additive: Finds application in niche areas as a stabilizer for certain polymers or in specialty coatings.
• Electroplating Processes: Used in specific electroplating baths for depositing lead or lead alloy coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lead(II) Formate
CAS No.	811-54-1
Molecular Formula	Pb(CHO₂)₂
Molecular Weight	297.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Lead Formate; Formic Acid, Lead Salt; Lead Diformate; Plumbous Formate; Lead(2+) Formate; NSC 8423; Lead(II) Formate Dihydrate (common hydrated form)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lead(II) Formate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs. Our commitment is to deliver consistent, high-quality material for reliable industrial performance.

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 moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Pb(CHO₂)₂)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.01 %

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