Bismuth citrate

About Bismuth citrate

Bismuth citrate is a main-group metal compound carrying the CAS registry number 813-93-4 with a typical assay of 49–54%. With the molecular formula C6H5BiO7, it has a molar mass of 398.08 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is bismuth 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate. Common synonyms include Bismuth(III) citrate and Bi-citrate.

The material typically appears as white powder to flakes. Literature values give a melting point of 300 °C (dec.) and a density of 0.94 g/mL at 25 °C. Its solubility is described as insoluble in water. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Good laboratory practice and suitable PPE are recommended during handling.

It is commonly used for dyes and pigments manufacture and cosmetics and personal care. It is used across academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g, 500 g and 5 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Dyes & pigments manufacture
Cosmetics & personal care

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Bismuth citrate
Catalogue No.	VQ-015176
CAS Number	813-93-4
IUPAC name	bismuth 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate
Molecular formula	C₆H₅BiO₇
Molecular weight	398.08 g/mol
Exact mass	397.9839
Purity / assay	49–54%
HSN code	29181530
InChIKey	ANERHPOLUMFRDC-UHFFFAOYSA-K
SMILES	C(C(=O)[O-])C(CC(=O)[O-])(C(=O)[O-])O.[Bi+3]
PubChem CID	13135

Physical properties
Physical form	Flakes
Appearance	White powder to flakes
Melting point	300 °C (dec.)
Density	0.94 g/mL at 25 °C
Solubility	Insoluble in water
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 7
TPSA	141 Å²
Synonyms	Bismuth(III) citrate, Bi-citrate, 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, bismuth(3+) salt (1:1), bismuth(3+) 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate, Bismuth( cento) citrate, 99.99% trace metals basis, Bismuth (III) citrate, C6H5BiO7, Bismuth citrate (USP), Bismuth citrate - USP, Bismuth, (citrato(3-))-, citric acid bismuth(III) salt

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 Bismuth citrate?

The CAS Registry Number of Bismuth citrate is 813-93-4. It is also known as Bismuth(III) citrate, Bi-citrate, 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, bismuth(3+) salt (1:1).

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Bismuth citrate?

Bismuth citrate has the molecular formula C6H5BiO7 and a molecular weight of 398.08 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is bismuth 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Bismuth citrate can I order?

We supply Bismuth citrate in (49–54%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Bismuth citrate?

Yes. Every lot of Bismuth citrate 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 Bismuth citrate be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export Bismuth citrate worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.