Molekula
Bismuth (III) nitrate pentahydrate
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Bismuth (III) nitrate pentahydrate is a white crystalline solid used in catalysis, pharmaceuticals, and as a reagent in inorganic synthesis. It is a source of bismuth ions in chemical reactions. It also serves as a starting material for other bismuth salts and luminous paints, and as a laboratory reagent for precipitating alkaloids. CAS: 10035-06-0, molecular formula: BiN₃O₉·5H₂O, molecular weight: 485.07 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Hazard classification: Danger. Molekula supplies Bismuth (III) nitrate pentahydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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500 g — £84.10 per pack ex VAT · £100.92 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.001% |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
| Insoluble Matter | ≤0.005% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.001% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤0.002% |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤0.001% |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤0.002% |
| Potassium (K) | ≤0.01% |
| Sodium (Na) | ≤0.02% |
| Silver (Ag) | ≤0.001% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.005% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 5.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 23735056 |
| CAS Number | 10035-06-0 |
| IUPAC Name | bismuth;trinitrate;pentahydrate |
| Molecular Formula | BiN3O9.5H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 485.07 |
| Exact Mass | 484.9967 |
| SMILES | [N+](=O)([O-])[O-].[N+](=O)([O-])[O-].[N+](=O)([O-])[O-].O.O.O.O.O.[Bi+3] |
| InChIKey | FBXVOTBTGXARNA-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/Bi.3NO3.5H2O/c;3*2-1(3)4;;;;;/h;;;;5*1H2/q+3;3*-1;;;;; |
| PubChem CID | 160911 |
| UN Number | UN1477 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 28342905 |
| Tariff Code | 2834298000 |
Safety & GHS
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Oxidizing
GHS03
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer
- H303 May be harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+330 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- 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)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Bi(NO3)3.5H2O
- BiH10N3O14
- BISMUTH NITRATE (BI(NO3)3) PENTAHYDRATE
- Bismuth nitrate pentahydrate
- Bismuth nitrate, hydrate (1:5)
- Bismuth trinitrate pentahydrate
- Bismuth(3+) nitrate hydrate (1:3:5)
- Granions de Bismuth
- Nitric acid, bismuth(3+) salt, hydrate (3:1:5)
- Nitric acid, bismuth(3+) salt, pentahydrate
Frequently asked questions
What is Bismuth (III) nitrate pentahydrate used for?
It is primarily used as a catalyst in organic synthesis and as a reagent in the preparation of bismuth-based materials for pharmaceuticals and ceramics.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is BiN3O9·5H2O with a molecular weight of 485.07 g/mol.
How should Bismuth (III) nitrate pentahydrate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.
What grade is available?
Molekula supplies Bismuth (III) nitrate pentahydrate in high-purity laboratory grade.
Can Molekula supply it in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Bismuth (III) nitrate pentahydrate in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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