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Barium nitrate
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Barium nitrate is an inorganic compound used in pyrotechnics, glass manufacturing, and as a reagent in chemical synthesis. It appears as a white crystalline solid and is highly soluble in water. CAS: 10022-31-8, Molecular formula: Ba(NO₃)₂, Molecular weight: 261.34 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazardous: Signal word Danger. Molekula supplies barium nitrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 kg — £62.10 per pack ex VAT · £74.52 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Beige powder |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.2% |
| Ammonium (NH4+) | ≤0.001% |
| Barium (Ba) | ≥99.0% |
| Sodium (Na) | ≤0.05% |
| Nitrate (NO3-) | ≤0.02% |
| Volatile Matter | ≤0.1% |
| Chlorate (ClO3-) | ≤0.002% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 5.1 (6.1) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White cubic crystals |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 590 °C |
| Density | 3.24 g/cm³ |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Slightly soluble in ethanol and acetone |
Source: PubChem CID 24798 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 15113953 |
| CAS Number | 10022-31-8 |
| IUPAC Name | barium(2+) dinitrate |
| EC Number | 233-020-5 |
| Molecular Formula | Ba(NO3)2 |
| Molecular Weight | 261.34 |
| Exact Mass | 261.8809 |
| SMILES | [N+](=O)([O-])[O-].[N+](=O)([O-])[O-].[Ba+2] |
| InChIKey | IWOUKMZUPDVPGQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/Ba.2NO3/c;2*2-1(3)4/q+2;2*-1 |
| PubChem CID | 24798 |
| UN Number | UN1446 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28342951 |
| Tariff Code | 2834292000 |
Safety & GHS
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Oxidizing
GHS03
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Toxic
GHS06
Hazard statements
- H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H332 Harmful if inhaled
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Barium dinitrate
- Barium nitrate (Ba(NO3)2)
- barium(II) nitrate
- Barium(II) nitrate (1:2)
- Dusicnan barnaty
- Nitrate de baryum
- Nitrato barico
- Nitric acid barium salt (2:1)
- Nitric acid, barium salt
- Nitrobarite
Frequently asked questions
What is barium nitrate used for?
Barium nitrate is used in pyrotechnics for green flame effects and in the production of other barium compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of barium nitrate?
The formula is Ba(NO3)2 and the molecular weight is 261.34 g/mol.
How should barium nitrate be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of barium nitrate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies reagent grade barium nitrate.
Can Molekula supply barium nitrate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply barium nitrate in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with a barium nitrate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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