Molekula
Strontium carbonate
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Strontium carbonate is an inorganic compound used in the production of strontium salts, ceramics, and specialty glass. It serves as a raw material in the manufacture of red fireworks and phosphors. Available in powder form with a molecular weight of 147.63 g/mol, it has a CAS number of 1633-05-2 and is stable at ambient storage conditions. Molekula supplies strontium 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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5 g — £45.00 per pack ex VAT · £54.00 inc. VAT
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25 g — £120.90 per pack ex VAT · £145.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 1.0% (110°C) |
| Assay | ≥ 98.0% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White orthorhombic crystals |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 1494 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in acids, carbonated water, and solutions of ammonium salts |
Source: PubChem CID 15407 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 10756812 |
| CAS Number | 1633-05-2 |
| IUPAC Name | strontium carbonate |
| EC Number | 216-643-7 |
| Molecular Formula | CO3Sr |
| Molecular Weight | 147.63 |
| Exact Mass | 147.8904 |
| SMILES | C(=O)([O-])[O-].[Sr+2] |
| InChIKey | LEDMRZGFZIAGGB-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/CH2O3.Sr/c2-1(3)4;/h(H2,2,3,4);/q;+2/p-2 |
| PubChem CID | 15407 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28369200 |
| Tariff Code | 2836920000 |
Safety & GHS
Detailed safety information available in the SDS — see Documents below.
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, 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
- Carbonic acid strontium salt
- Carbonic acid, strontium salt (1:1)
- CI 77837
- CO3Sr
- SrCO3
- Strontianite
- STRONTIUM CARBONAS
- Strontium carbonate (SrCO3)
- Strontium carbonate, NIST(R) SRM(R) 987, isotopic standard
- STRONTIUM CARBONICUM
Frequently asked questions
What is strontium carbonate used for?
Strontium carbonate is primarily used in the production of strontium-based ceramics, glass, and fireworks due to its ability to impart a red color when heated.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of strontium carbonate?
The formula is CO3Sr and the molecular weight is 147.63 g/mol.
How should strontium carbonate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of strontium carbonate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies strontium carbonate in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply strontium carbonate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply strontium carbonate in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of strontium carbonate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) upon request.
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