Barium tartrate
Synonyms: L-(+)-Tartaric acid barium salt · Tartaric acid barium salt · C4H4BaO6 · Barium 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate
Barium tartrate (CAS 5908-81-6) – alkaline earth compound, ≥98%. C4H4BaO6, MW 285.4. COA included. Worldwide shipping from Vaqora Chemicals.
About Barium tartrate
Vaqora Chemicals supplies Barium tartrate, an alkaline earth compound registered under CAS number 5908-81-6, specified at ≥98% purity. With the molecular formula C4H4BaO6, it has a molar mass of 285.4 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is barium(2+), 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate. Common synonyms include L-(+)-Tartaric acid barium salt and Tartaric acid barium salt.
The material typically appears as a white powder. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.
Typical applications include pharmaceutical synthesis and dyes and pigments manufacture. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.
Available in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, Barium tartrate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.
Typical applications
- Pharmaceutical synthesis
- Dyes & pigments manufacture
Industries
Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | Barium tartrate |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-014318 |
| CAS Number | 5908-81-6 |
| IUPAC name | barium(2+);2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate |
| Molecular formula | C4H4BaO6 |
| Molecular weight | 285.4 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 285.906 |
| Purity / assay | ≥98% |
| HSN code | 29181390 |
| InChIKey | HQYOWPDUMCBSLQ-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
| SMILES | C(C(C(=O)[O-])O)(C(=O)[O-])O.[Ba+2] |
| PubChem CID | 6453753 |
| Physical form | Powder |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 2 / 6 |
| TPSA | 121 Ų |
Safety & hazard information (GHS)
Signal word: Warning
Hazard statements
H302Harmful if swallowedH332Harmful if inhaled
Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P270, P271, P301 + P317, P304 + P340, P317, P330, P501
Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Barium tartrate?
The CAS Registry Number of Barium tartrate is 5908-81-6. It is also known as L-(+)-Tartaric acid barium salt, Tartaric acid barium salt, C4H4BaO6.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Barium tartrate?
Barium tartrate has the molecular formula C4H4BaO6 and a molecular weight of 285.4 g/mol.
Which grade and pack sizes of Barium tartrate can I order?
We supply Barium tartrate 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 Barium tartrate?
Yes. Every lot of Barium tartrate 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 Barium tartrate be shipped internationally?
Yes. Barium tartrate 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.
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