Speciality Chemicals

Cesium Carbonate

  • CAS No.534-17-8
  • GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
  • Availability● In Stock

High-purity Cesium Carbonate (534-17-8) designed for optical glass, catalysts, and electronic applications with strict impurity control.

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Product Technical Details

Product Overview

Cesium Carbonate represents a critical inorganic compound utilized extensively across high-tech industrial sectors. As a premier manufacturer, we supply this essential chemical with exceptional purity levels, ensuring it meets the rigorous demands of modern material science. Our production process emphasizes strict quality control to minimize alkali metal impurities, making it an ideal choice for sensitive applications in electronics and advanced optics. This compound serves as a fundamental precursor for synthesizing various other cesium salts, providing a reliable foundation for complex chemical workflows.

Key Properties and Specifications

Our Cesium Carbonate is characterized by its white crystalline powder appearance and high solubility in water, facilitating easy integration into aqueous processing systems. The material exhibits significant thermal stability while maintaining reactivity suitable for catalytic processes. We prioritize low contamination levels, particularly regarding lithium, sodium, and potassium, which is crucial for maintaining the performance integrity of downstream products. The high assay value guarantees consistent results in manufacturing environments where precision is paramount.

ParameterSpecificationResult
AppearanceWhite powderConforms
Assay99.0% min99.9%
Heavy metals0.001% maxConforms
Li0.005% maxConforms
Na0.02% maxConforms
K0.1% maxConforms
Rb0.3% maxConforms
Ca0.02% maxConforms
Mg0.01% maxConforms
Fe0.002% maxConforms
Al0.005% maxConforms
SiO20.025% maxConforms
ConclusionConforms to Factory Standard

Industrial Applications

The versatility of Cesium Carbonate makes it indispensable in several key industries. In the optical sector, it is used to manufacture special optical glass, enhancing refractive indices for high-performance lenses. The petroleum industry utilizes it as a catalyst additive to improve processing efficiency. Furthermore, it plays a vital role in the production of special ceramics and within the sulfuric acid industry. In electronics, it is employed in cold cathode liquid crystal tubes, where purity directly impacts device longevity and performance. Pharmaceutical research also leverages this compound for specific synthetic pathways requiring mild basic conditions.

Storage and Handling

Due to its deliquescent nature, proper storage is essential to maintain product quality. We recommend keeping the material in a low-temperature, ventilated, and dry warehouse environment. It should be protected from moisture to prevent clumping or degradation. Safety protocols dictate that it remains incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong acids. Handling should be conducted with appropriate personal protective equipment to ensure operator safety. Our packaging ensures secure transport globally, maintaining integrity until it reaches your facility.