| Identification | |
| Name: | Barium hydroxide octahydrate |
| Synonyms: | BARIUM HYDROXIDE 8H2O; BARIUM HYDROXIDE,8-HYDRATE; Barium hydroxide octahydrate |
| CAS: | 12230-71-6 |
| EINECS: | 241-234-5 |
| Molecular Formula: | Ba(OH)2?8(H2O) |
| Molecular Weight: | 315.46 |
| InChI: | InChI=1/Ba.8H2O/h;8*1H2/q+2;;;;;;;; |
| Molecular Structure: |  |
| Properties | |
| Transport: | UN 3262 |
| Density: | 2.18 |
| Stability: | Stable. |
| Solubility: | 56 g/L (15 oC) |
| Appearance: | white crystalline powder |
| Packinggroup: | III |
| HS Code: | 28164000 |
| Storage Temperature: | Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep away from strong acids. Corrosives area. |
| Sensitive: | Air Sensitive & Hygroscopic |
| Usage: | Titration of weak acids, particularly organic acids. Used in organic synthesis as a strong base. |
| Safety Data | |
| Hazard Symbols |
C:Corrosive
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