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Bismuth(III) nitrate pentahydrate, ACS, 98% min, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Luminous paints, preparation of bismuth saltsBismuth(III) nitrate pentahydrate is an oxidant for a variety of 4-substituted Hantzsch 1,4-dihydropyridines. It also serves as a reagent for selective oxidation of sufides to sulfoxides. Further, it is involved in the preparation of Dragendorff reagent and used as a TLC stain. It is also used to prepare other bismuth compounds.
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Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 30°C (decomposition) |
Physical Form | Crystalline |
Quantity | 250 g |
Assay Percent Range | 98.0% |
Solubility Information | Soluble in dilute HNO3 acid solution. Decomposes in water to subnitrate. Soluble in dilute acetic acid,glycerol,acetone. Insoluble in alcohol,ethyl acetateSoluble in acetone,acetic acid and glycerol. Insoluble in ethanol and ethyl acetate. |
IUPAC Name | bismuth(3+) pentahydrate trinitrate |
Formula Weight | 485.07 (394.99 Anhydrous) |
Grade | ACS |
Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
Appearance | Crystalline |
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Safety and Handling
- Bismuth(III) nitrate pentahydrate
- Danger
- Oxidising solid Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- H272-May intensify fire; oxidiser.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P220-Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P405-Store locked up.
- P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
- P501-Dispose of contents/container to .
RUO – Research Use Only
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