Cesium carbonate CAS 534-17-8
Chemical name: Cesium carbonate
Synonymous names:CAESIUM CARBONATE;Carbonic acid dicesium;cesiumcarbonate(cs2co3)
CAS No:534-17-8
Molecular formula:CCs2O3
Molecular weight:325.82
EINECS No:208-591-9
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Product Description:
Items |
Specifications |
Appearance |
White to Almost white powder to crystal |
Assay,% |
min. 98.0 % |
Melting point |
610 °C (dec.) (lit.) |
Density |
4.072 |
Vapor pressure |
0Pa at 25℃ |
Properties and Usage:
Cesium carbonate (Cs₂CO₃) usually exists in the form of white crystals or powders. It has good solubility and chemical stability. It is used in catalysts, glass manufacturing, ceramics, and as an extractant and stabilizer for radioactive isotopes in the nuclear industry.
1. Catalysts and additives
Cesium carbonate is often used as a catalyst and additive, especially in organic synthesis. It can effectively improve the efficiency of the reaction and the selectivity of the product, and is mainly used in esterification reactions and other alkaline catalytic reactions.
2. Glass manufacturing
In the production of optical glass and high refractive index glass, cesium carbonate is used to improve the optical properties and physical properties of glass.
3. Ceramics and battery materials
As an additive to ceramic materials, cesium carbonate can improve electrical conductivity and high temperature resistance. In addition, it is used as an electrolyte and electrode material in lithium-ion batteries to enhance battery performance.
4. Nuclear industry
Due to its higher atomic mass, cesium carbonate is used as a neutron absorber in the nuclear industry to help control the flow of neutrons in nuclear reactors and improve the safety and stability of nuclear reactors.
5. Chemical analysis and laboratory research
Cesium carbonate is also used in chemical analysis and research on new compounds in the laboratory. As a standard substance in standard solution, it helps ensure the accuracy of experimental results.
6. Environmental protection
In the field of environmental protection, cesium carbonate is used to treat specific wastewater and pollutants, which can effectively remove harmful substances or neutralize acidic waste, thereby improving environmental quality.
Storage conditions: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight..
Packing: This product is packed in 25kg 100kg cardboard drums, and it can also be customized according to customers' requirements