Bismuth ammonium citrate

Name: Bismuth ammonium citrate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003454

About Bismuth ammonium citrate

Listed under CAS 31886-41-6, Bismuth ammonium citrate is a microbiology culture medium available from Vaqora Chemicals (Extra Pure grade) at a purity of 43–49%. The compound has the formula C12H22BiN3O14, corresponding to a molecular weight of 641.3 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is triazanium. Bismuth. Bis(2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate). It is also known as Citric acid ammonium bismuth salt or Ammonium bismuth citrate.

In its supplied form it is a white to off-white powder. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include microbial culture, microbiological testing and food and water microbiology. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research, diagnostics and biotechnology and food and beverage processing.

Available in 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg and 25 kg packs, Bismuth ammonium citrate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Microbial culture
Microbiological testing
Food & water microbiology

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Bismuth ammonium citrate
Catalogue No.	VQ-003454
CAS Number	31886-41-6
IUPAC name	triazanium;bismuth;bis(2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate)
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₂₂BiN₃O₁₄
Molecular weight	641.3 g/mol
Exact mass	641.0906
Grade	Extra Pure
Purity / assay	43–49%
HSN code	29181590
InChIKey	VZZHAYFWMLLWGG-UHFFFAOYSA-K
SMILES	C(C(=O)[O-])C(CC(=O)[O-])(C(=O)[O-])O.C(C(=O)[O-])C(CC(=O)[O-])(C(=O)[O-])O.[NH4+].[NH4+].[NH4+].[Bi+3]
PubChem CID	16211152

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to off-white powder
H-bond donors / acceptors	5 / 14
TPSA	284 Å²

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P317, P321, P330, P362 + P364, 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

Other grades of CAS 31886-41-6

AR

Bismuth ammonium citrate, GR

CAS: 31886-41-6
Formula: C₁₂H₂₂BiN₃O₁₄
MW: 641.3 g/mol

VQ-003455

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Bismuth ammonium citrate?

The CAS Registry Number of Bismuth ammonium citrate is 31886-41-6. It is also known as Citric acid ammonium bismuth salt, Ammonium bismuth citrate, 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, ammonium bismuth(3+) salt (2:3:1).

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

Bismuth ammonium citrate has the molecular formula C12H22BiN3O14 and a molecular weight of 641.3 g/mol.

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

We supply Bismuth ammonium citrate in Extra Pure (43–49%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Bismuth ammonium citrate?

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

Yes. Bismuth ammonium citrate 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.