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Barium peroxide
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Barium peroxide is an inorganic compound used as an oxidizing agent in pyrotechnics, chemical synthesis, and as a source of oxygen in certain industrial processes. It is also applied in bleaching animal and plant fibres, decolorizing glass, and textile dyeing and printing. It appears as a white to pale yellow powder and is sensitive to moisture and heat. CAS: 1304-29-6, Molecular Formula: BaO2, Molecular Weight: 169.34 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Barium peroxide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — £26.30 per pack ex VAT · £31.56 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Beige Powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤0.01% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.01% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.005% |
| HCl Insoluble Matter | ≤1.5% |
| Assay of peroxide ( as BaO2) | ≥95% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 5.1 (6.1) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or grayish-white, heavy powder |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 450 °C |
| Boiling Point | 800 °C (decomposes) |
| Density | 5 (relative, water = 1) |
Source: PubChem CID 14773 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 41930884 |
| CAS Number | 1304-29-6 |
| IUPAC Name | barium(2+) peroxide |
| EC Number | 215-128-4 |
| Molecular Formula | BaO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 169.33 |
| Exact Mass | 169.8951 |
| SMILES | [O-][O-].[Ba+2] |
| InChIKey | ZJRXSAYFZMGQFP-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/Ba.O2/c;1-2/q+2;-2 |
| PubChem CID | 14773 |
| UN Number | UN1449 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2816.40.2000 |
| Tariff Code | 2816400090 |
Safety & GHS
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Oxidizing
GHS03
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H332 Harmful if inhaled
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
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
- P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse continuously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, 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
- Bario (perossido di)
- Barium binoxide
- Barium dioxide
- Barium oxide, per-
- Barium peroxide (Ba(O2))
- Barium superoxide
- Bariumperoxid
- Bariumperoxyde
- Dioxyde de baryum
- Peroxyde de baryum
Frequently asked questions
What is barium peroxide used for?
Barium peroxide is primarily used as an oxidizing agent in pyrotechnics and as a source of oxygen in chemical synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of barium peroxide?
The formula is BaO2 and the molecular weight is 169.34 g/mol.
How should barium peroxide be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and organic materials.
What grade of barium peroxide does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies barium peroxide in technical grade.
Can Molekula supply barium peroxide in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply barium peroxide in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a barium peroxide order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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