Bismuth hydroxide nitrate oxide, Bi{2}O{3} 79% min, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Ceramic glazes and enamel fluxes

It is used pharmaceutically in wound dressing, ointment component and as an antiacid. In cosmetics it is used as a cosmetic white pigment. Used in Ceramic glazes and enamel fluxes.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 1304-85-4
• MDL Number: MFCD00064844
• Synonym: Bismuth subnitrate

• Melting Point: 260°C (decomposition)
• Color: White
• Physical Form: Powder
• Quantity: 500 g
• UN Number: UN1477
• Merck Index: 14,1284
• Solubility Information: Practically insoluble in water and alcohol; Soluble in dilute HNO₃ and HCl
• Formula Weight: 1461.98
• Concentration or Composition (by Analyte or Components): Bi₂O₃ 79% min.
• Odor: Odorless
• Sensitivity: Hygroscopic
• Density: 6.04 g/mL
• Chemical Name or Material: Bismuth hydroxide nitrate oxide

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• Bismuth hydroxide nitrate oxide

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
• Oxidising solid Category 2
• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
• Specific target organ toxicity Category 3

Hazard Statement

• H272-May intensify fire; oxidiser.
• H315-Causes skin irritation.
• H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
• H335-May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statement

• P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
• P220-Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials.
• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
• P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
• P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
• P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
• P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
• P371+P380+P375-In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Bismuth hydroxide nitrate oxide

RUO – Research Use Only