Lead(II)carbonate

Description

Lead(II)carbonate · CAS 598-63-0 · PbCO3. UNII 43M0P24L2B. Melting Point: 315 °C, decomposes; Melting Point: 315 °C; Solubility: In water, 0.00011 g/100 mL at 20 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	598-63-0
PubChem CID	11727
Molecular formula	PbCO3
IUPAC name	lead(2+) carbonate
UNII (FDA)	43M0P24L2B

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	267
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	3
Rotatable Bond Count	0
Exact Mass	267.96140
Monoisotopic Mass	267.96140
Topological Polar Surface Area	63.2
Heavy Atom Count	5
Formal Charge	0
Complexity	18.8

Physical & Chemical Properties

Melting Point	315 °C, decomposes
Melting Point	315 °C
Solubility	In water, 0.00011 g/100 mL at 20 °C
Density	6.582 g/cu cm
Density	6.6 g/cm³
Density	6.61 @25 °C

Physical description & handling notes

• Other Solid; Wet Solid; Dry Powder
• Colorless crystals; [HSDB] Practically insoluble (1.1 mg/L at 25 deg C); [ATSDR ToxProfiles]
• COLOURLESS CRYSTALS.
• Colorless, rhombic crystals
• Sol in acids and alkalies; insoluble in alcohol and ammonia
• Solubility in water, g/100ml: 0.0001

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H302 (100%), H332 (100%), H360 (96.6%), H373 (98.3%), H400 (93.2%), H410 (100%), H350, H370

Documented Uses

• Used in polymerization catalysts, curing agents for silicon resins; heat-resistant lubricants; lead-acid storage batteries, wire-reinforced hoses, thermistors, and heat stabilizers for PVC polymers; Also used in electrophotography and thermographic copying; [HSDB]
• Ceramics making [Category: Hobbies]
• Catalyst for the polymerization of formaldehyde to high molecular weight crystalline poly(oxymethylene) products; in PVC friction liners for pulleys or drive cables of hoisting engines; to improve bonding of polychloroprene to metals in wire-reinforced hoses, 10-25 parts of lead caronate are used in the elastomer; component of high pressure lubricating greases; component of high pressure lubricating greases; catalysts in the curing of moldable thermosetting silicone resins; in coating on vinyl chloride polymers to
• Prepared by passing CO2 into a cold dilute solution of lead acetate, or by shaking a suspension of a lead salt less soluble than the carbonate with ammonium carbonate at a low temperature to avoid formation of basic lead carbonate.
• Lead carbonate is available in USA as a commercial grade with minimum purity of 99.0%. Impurities typically present include: nitrate & nitrite (as HNO3), 0.005% max; zinc, 30 mg/kg max; chloride, 20 mg/kg max; cadmium, 20 mg/kg max; and iron, 20 mg/kg max. Lead carbonate in Japan has min purity of 99.0%. It may contain the following impurities: water, 1% max; matter sol in water, 0.5% max; & matter insol in acetic acid, 0.1% max.
• 2023: 400,000,000 - <550,000,000 lb

Synonyms

LEAD CARBONATE; 598-63-0; Cerussete; Plumbous carbonate; Lead(2+) carbonate; Dibasic lead carbonate; Lead carbonate (PbCO3); Carbonic acid, lead(2+) salt (1:1); Carbonic acid, lead(2+) salt; 43M0P24L2B; DTXSID90883460; Cerussite 8; RefChem:58172; lambda2-lead(2+) ion carbonate; DTXCID101478219; 209-943-4

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Lead(II)carbonate?

CAS 598-63-0; molecular formula PbCO3; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Lead(II)carbonate known by?

LEAD CARBONATE, 598-63-0, Cerussete, Plumbous carbonate, Lead(2+) carbonate, Dibasic lead carbonate.

Is Lead(II)carbonate classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H302, H332, H360, H373, H400.

What are the key physical properties of Lead(II)carbonate?

Melting Point: 315 °C, decomposes; Melting Point: 315 °C; Solubility: In water, 0.00011 g/100 mL at 20 °C; Density: 6.582 g/cu cm.

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