Description

Barium Iodide Hydrate is an inorganic salt compound, primarily recognized for its role as a versatile source of barium and iodide ions in specialized chemical synthesis and industrial processes. Its value lies in its high reactivity and utility as a precursor for producing other barium compounds and specialty chemicals. This material is essential for manufacturers and research laboratories in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, specialty chemicals, and materials science, where precise ionic reagents are required.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in the production of other barium salts and specialty inorganic compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a component or precursor in catalysts for organic reactions.
• Optical Material Production: Employed in the research and development of high-purity crystals and optical materials.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized as a high-purity analytical reagent and standard in research and quality control laboratories.
• Heat Treatment Salts: Potential use in specialized molten salt baths for metal treatment processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Barium Iodide Hydrate
CAS No.	85017-89-6
Molecular Formula	BaI₂·xH₂O
Molecular Weight	391.14 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Barium diiodide hydrate; Barium(2+) diiodide hydrate; Barium iodide monohydrate (common hydrate form); Barium(II) iodide hydrate; Hydriodic acid barium salt hydrate
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Quality Control

Our Barium Iodide Hydrate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and confirmation of identity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, heavy metal content, and other critical parameters is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

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 after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (BaI₂)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.1 %

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