Cadmium carbonate

Name: Cadmium carbonate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014879

About Cadmium carbonate

Listed under CAS 513-78-0, Cadmium carbonate is a refractory / heavy metal compound available from Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of 98%. The compound has the formula CCdO3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 172.42 g/mol. Systematically, it is named cadmium(2+) carbonate. Alternative names: Otavite and Carbonic acid, cadmium salt (1:1).

In its supplied form it is powder and chunks. Key physical data: a density of 4.258 g/mL at 25 °C. Its solubility is described as insoluble in water. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 8 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for materials research and chemical synthesis. It is used across academic and industrial research.

We offer Cadmium carbonate in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Materials research
Chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cadmium carbonate
Catalogue No.	VQ-014879
CAS Number	513-78-0
IUPAC name	cadmium(2+) carbonate
Molecular formula	CCdO₃
Molecular weight	172.42 g/mol
Exact mass	173.8881
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	28369990
InChIKey	GKDXQAKPHKQZSC-UHFFFAOYSA-L
SMILES	C(=O)([O-])[O-].[Cd+2]
PubChem CID	10564

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Powder and chunks
Density	4.258 g/mL at 25 °C
Solubility	H2O: insoluble
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	63.2 Å²
Synonyms	Otavite, Carbonic acid, cadmium salt (1:1), Chemcarb (CdCO3), Cadmium carbonate (CdCO3), Carbonic acid, cadmium(2+) salt (1:1), Cadmium monocarbonate, Carbonic acid, cadmium salt, Cadmium Carbonate, Chemcarb, Kalcit, Mikrokalcit, Supermikrokalcit

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H332Harmful if inhaled
H340May cause genetic defects
H350May cause cancer
H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P317, P318, P319, P321, P330, P362 + P364, P391, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Cadmium carbonate?

The CAS Registry Number of Cadmium carbonate is 513-78-0. It is also known as Otavite, Carbonic acid, cadmium salt (1:1), Chemcarb (CdCO3).

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cadmium carbonate?

Cadmium carbonate has the molecular formula CCdO3 and a molecular weight of 172.42 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is cadmium(2+) carbonate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Cadmium carbonate can I order?

We supply Cadmium carbonate in (98%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Cadmium carbonate?

Yes. Every lot of Cadmium carbonate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Cadmium carbonate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cadmium carbonate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.