Barium acetate

Barium Acetate is a chemical compound that is often used in the production of other barium compounds, as well as in the textile and leather industries. It is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water and slightly soluble in alcohol.

Chemical Properties

Barium acetate has the chemical formula Ba(C2H3O2)2. It is a salt of barium and acetic acid. It is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water and slightly soluble in alcohol. The compound decomposes upon heating to produce barium carbonate, carbon dioxide, and water.

Production

Barium acetate is produced by the reaction of barium carbonate or barium hydroxide with acetic acid. The reaction is carried out in water, and the barium acetate is then crystallized out of the solution.

Uses

Barium acetate is used in the production of other barium compounds. It is also used in the textile industry as a mordant for dyeing and printing textiles. In the leather industry, it is used in the tanning process.

Safety

Barium acetate is toxic if ingested or inhaled. It can cause irritation to the skin and eyes. It is also harmful to aquatic life.

See Also

• Barium
• Acetic acid
• Barium carbonate
• Barium hydroxide

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