Molekula
Bismuth carbonate, basic
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Basic bismuth carbonate is a white, insoluble powder used in pharmaceuticals and as a precursor in ceramic and glass manufacturing. It is stable at room temperature and does not require special handling. CAS: 5892-10-4, Molecular Formula: (BiO)2CO3, Molecular Weight: 509.97 g/mol, Storage: Ambient. Molekula supplies basic bismuth carbonate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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250 g — £65.00 per pack ex VAT · £78.00 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Grade | USP Grade |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.05% |
| Assay | 97.6% to 100.7% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤20ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤5ppm |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤50ppm |
| Silver (Ag) | ≤25ppm |
| Nitrate (NO3-) | ≤0.4% |
| Alkalis and Alkaline earth metals | ≤1.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 48548154 |
| CAS Number | 5892-10-4 |
| IUPAC Name | bis(oxobismuthanyl) carbonate |
| EC Number | 227-567-9 |
| Molecular Formula | (BiO)2CO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 509.97 |
| Exact Mass | 509.9354 |
| SMILES | C(=O)(O[Bi]=O)O[Bi]=O |
| InChIKey | MGLUJXPJRXTKJM-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/CH2O3.2Bi.2O/c2-1(3)4;;;;/h(H2,2,3,4);;;;/q;2*+1;;/p-2 |
| PubChem CID | 16683095 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28369920 |
| Tariff Code | 2836991780 |
Safety & GHS
Hazard statements
- H413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life
Precautionary statements
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, 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
- Amforol (Veterinary)
- bis(oxobismuthanyl) carbonate
- bismuth carbonate oxide
- Bismuth carbonate oxide (Bi2(CO3)O2)
- BISMUTH CARBONATE, Bi2O2CO3
- Bismuth subcarbonate (JAN/USP)
- Bismuth(III) carbonate
- Bismuth(III) carbonate basic
- Dibismuth carbonate dioxide
- dibismuth;oxygen(2-);carbonate
Frequently asked questions
What is basic bismuth carbonate used for?
It is primarily used in the production of bismuth-based catalysts and in pharmaceutical applications, such as in antacids and anti-diarrheal medications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of basic bismuth carbonate?
The formula is (BiO)2CO3 and the molecular weight is 509.97 g/mol.
How should basic bismuth carbonate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade of basic bismuth carbonate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies basic bismuth carbonate in analytical grade.
Can Molekula supply basic bismuth carbonate in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply basic bismuth carbonate in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with an order of basic bismuth carbonate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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