Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate Ba(OH)2.8H2O Powder
Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate Ba(OH)2.8H2O Powder
Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate Ba(OH)2.8H2O Powder
Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate Ba(OH)2.8H2O Powder
Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate Ba(OH)2.8H2O Powder
Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate Ba(OH)2.8H2O Powder

Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate Ba(OH)2.8H2O Powder

Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate (Ba(OH)₂·8H₂O) is a high-purity white crystalline powder widely used in industrial, agricultural, and reagent-grade applications. This compound is highly soluble in water, ethanol, and ether, and exhibits strong alkalinity with a pH of 14 in saturated aqueous solutions. With its reliable thermal stability, chemical performance, and broad compatibility in various formulations, it plays a vital role in petroleum refining, barium salt manufacturing, plastic stabilizers, and organic synthesis.

  • Specific Gravity 2.18
  • pH (20°C, saturated sol.) 14
  • Stability Stable under recommended conditions
  • Hazard Classification UN 3262 (Corrosive substance)
  • Storage Temperature +5°C to +30°C
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Applications

  Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate Ba(OH)2.8H2O Powder

1. Petroleum and Petrochemical Industry

  • Used as a multi-functional additive in lubricant formulations.

  • Neutralizes acidic impurities in oils and greases.

  • Applied in refining crude oil by removing sulfate and phosphate contaminants.

2. Plastics and Polymers

Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate Ba(OH)2.8H2O Powder

  • Acts as a stabilizer in resin production.

  • Controls pH in polymer reaction tanks.

  • Used in rayon production processes.

3. Chemical Manufacturing

  • Precursor for other barium compounds such as barium carbonate, barium nitrate, and barium chloride.

  • Used in organic synthesis and catalytic processes.

4. Water Treatment

  • Softens water by precipitating sulfates and carbonates.

  • Removes heavy metals and hardness from industrial wastewater.

5. Sugar Industry

  • Employed in beet sugar refining as a neutralizer and precipitant.

6. Glass and Ceramics

  • Used in glass enameling and ceramic glazes.

  • Improves thermal resistance and color quality.

7. Academic and Laboratory Use

  • Used in analytical chemistry as a strong base.

  • Reagent in the qualitative and quantitative analysis of sulfate ions.


Handling and Safety

Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate Ba(OH)2.8H2O Powder

Hazard Class Corrosive (Class 8)
UN Number UN 3262
Packing Group PG II
Precautions Avoid inhalation, skin and eye contact
PPE Required Gloves, goggles, protective clothing
First Aid Measures Rinse with water, seek medical attention
Fire Hazards Non-combustible, but may emit toxic fumes
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  Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate Ba(OH)2.8H2O Powder

Parameter Specification
Product Name Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate
Molecular Formula Ba(OH)₂·8H₂O
CAS Number 12230-71-6
EINECS No. 602-490-7
Molecular Weight 315.47
Appearance White crystalline powder
Boiling Point 100°C at 760 mmHg
Melting Point 78°C (lit.)
Exact Mass 315.995
PSA (Polar Surface Area) 114.3
Solubility in Water 56 g/L at 15°C
Solubility in Ethanol Slightly soluble
Specific Gravity 2.18
pH (20°C, saturated sol.) 14
Stability Stable under recommended conditions
Hazard Classification UN 3262 (Corrosive substance)
Storage Temperature +5°C to +30°C

Regulatory Compliance

  • ISO9001:2015 Certified Production Facility

  • Complies with REACH, RoHS, and GHS safety standards

  • Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) available upon request

  • Suitable for global exports including EU, North America, Southeast Asia, Middle East, and Africa

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Grade Standards and Purity Levels

Grade Typical Use Purity
Agriculture Grade Soil pH control, micronutrient supply 96–97%
Industrial Grade Lubricants, plastics, oil refining 98–99%
Reagent Grade Laboratory use, synthesis catalyst 99% min.

Packaging & Delivery

Package Type 25 kg / 500 kg / 1000 kg / 1250 kg PP woven bags with PE liner
MOQ 1 metric ton
Customization Options Packaging, labeling, graphics (MOQ: 100 MT)
Lead Time (Standard) 1–25 MT: 20 days
26–50 MT: 15 days
>50 MT: Negotiable
Shipping Terms FOB, CFR, CIF, DDP
Payment Terms T/T, L/C, D/P, D/A, Cash
Ports of Shipment Shanghai, Guangzhou, Tianjin, Qingdao

Extended Chemical Analysis

Property Standard Value
Barium Hydroxide Octahydrate ≥98.0%
Barium Carbonate (BaCO₃) ≤1.0%
Iron (Fe) ≤15 ppm
HCl Insoluble Matter ≤0.03%
Iodine Oxidative Substance ≤0.05%
Strontium Hydroxide ≤2.5%

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