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Beryllium sulfate tetrahydrate
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Beryllium sulfate tetrahydrate is an inorganic compound composed of beryllium, sulfur, oxygen, and water of crystallization, primarily used in analytical chemistry, metallurgy, and as a reagent in laboratory settings. It appears as a white crystalline solid with high solubility in water. This chemical has a CAS number of 7787-56-6, a molecular formula of BeO₄S·4H₂O, and a molecular weight of 177.14 g/mol. It can be stored safely at ambient conditions, and it carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies beryllium sulfate tetrahydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to white crystals |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥99% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 270 °C |
| Boiling Point | 580 °C at 760 mmHg (Decomposes) |
Source: PubChem CID 62672 (CAMEO Chemicals)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 23001551 |
| CAS Number | 7787-56-6 |
| IUPAC Name | beryllium;sulfate;tetrahydrate |
| Molecular Formula | BeO4S.4H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 177.14 |
| Exact Mass | 177.0062 |
| SMILES | [Be+2].O.O.O.O.[O-]S(=O)(=O)[O-] |
| InChIKey | DIMYTQPLZWDZFE-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/Be.H2O4S.4H2O/c;1-5(2,3)4;;;;/h;(H2,1,2,3,4);4*1H2/q+2;;;;;/p-2 |
| PubChem CID | 62672 |
| UN Number | UN1566 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 28332951 |
| Tariff Code | 2833298080 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H301 + H311 Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H330 Fatal if inhaled
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H350i May cause cancer by inhalation
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use
- 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
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P403+233 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 7787-56-6(tetrahydrate)13510-49-1(anhydrous)
- BeH8O8S
- Beryllium monosulfate tetrahydrate
- beryllium sulfate--water (1/4)
- Beryllium sulfate, tetrahydrate (1:1:4)
- Beryllium sulphate tetrahydrate
- Beryllium Sulphuricum
- BERYLLIUM(II) SULFATE TETRAHYDRATE
- DIMYTQPLZWDZFE-UHFFFAOYSA-L
- Sulfuric acid, beryllium salt (1:1), tetrahydrate
Frequently asked questions
What is beryllium sulfate tetrahydrate commonly used for?
Beryllium sulfate tetrahydrate is primarily used in analytical chemistry as a reagent for qualitative and quantitative analysis, and as a precursor in the synthesis of other beryllium compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of beryllium sulfate tetrahydrate?
The chemical formula is BeO₄S·4H₂O, and the molecular weight is 177.14 g/mol.
How should beryllium sulfate tetrahydrate be stored?
Store at ambient conditions in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
What grades of beryllium sulfate tetrahydrate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies analytical reagent (AR) grade beryllium sulfate tetrahydrate, suitable for high-purity applications.
Can Molekula supply beryllium sulfate tetrahydrate in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide beryllium sulfate tetrahydrate in bulk, with quantities and packaging tailored to customer requirements.
What documentation is provided with an order of beryllium sulfate tetrahydrate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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