Bismuth nitrate pentahydrate

Synonym(s):Bismuth trinitrate pentahydrate;Bismuth(III) nitrate

CAS NO.：10035-06-0
Empirical Formula: BiH10N3O14
Molecular Weight: 485.07
MDL number: MFCD00149157
EINECS: 600-076-0
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-10-29 11:48:30

What is Bismuth nitrate pentahydrate?

Chemical properties

White Crystal

Physical properties

Lustrous triclinic crystals; acid taste; hygroscopic; density 2.83 g/cm³; decomposes at 75°C; reacts slowly with water; soluble in acids and acetone; insoluble in alcohol.

The Uses of Bismuth nitrate pentahydrate

Luminous paints, preparation of bismuth saltsBismuth(III) nitrate pentahydrate is an oxidant for a variety of 4-substituted Hantzsch 1,4-dihydropyridines. It also serves as a reagent for selective oxidation of sufides to sulfoxides. Further, it is involved in the preparation of Dragendorff reagent and used as a TLC stain. It is also used to prepare other bismuth compounds.

The Uses of Bismuth nitrate pentahydrate

An excellent oxidant for a variety of 4-substituted Hantzsch 1,4-dihydropyridines.1 Convenient reagent for selective oxidation of sufides to sulfoxides.2

The Uses of Bismuth nitrate pentahydrate

Bismuth Nitrate Pentahydrate acts as a precursor in the prepoaration of photocatalysts.

What are the applications of Application

Bismuth(III) nitrate pentahydrate is an excellent oxidant for a variety of 4-subsituted Hantzsch 1,4-dihydropyridines

Preparation

Bismuth nitrate is prepared by dissolving bismuth in concentrated nitric acid, followed by evaporation and crystallization .

General Description

Bismuth(III) nitrate pentahydrate is a non-toxic, inexpensive, easy to handle and air insensitive reagent, commonly used in organic synthesis with a wide range of applications.

Properties of Bismuth nitrate pentahydrate

Melting point:	30 °C(lit.)
Boiling point:	75-80 °C(lit.)
Density	2,83 g/cm³
solubility	Soluble in dilute nitric acid solution, dilute acetic acid, glycerol and acetone. Insoluble in alcohol, ethyl acetateSoluble in acetone, acetic acid and glycerol. Insoluble in ethanol and ethyl acetate.
form	Solid
color	White
Specific Gravity	2.83
Odor	Slight nitric acid odor
Water Solubility	MAY DECOMPOSE
Sensitive	Hygroscopic
Merck	14,1271
Stability:	Stable. Incompatible with strong acids, strong reducing agents, organic materials, finely powdered metals, moisture. Strong oxidizer.
InChI	InChI=1S/Bi.3NO3.5H2O/c;32-1(3)4;;;;;/h;;;;51H2/q+3;3*-1;;;;;
CAS DataBase Reference	10035-06-0(CAS DataBase Reference)

Safety information for Bismuth nitrate pentahydrate

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Flame Over Circle Oxidizers GHS03 Corrosion Corrosives GHS05
GHS Hazard Statements	H272:Oxidising liquids;Oxidising solids H318:Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P210:Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking. P220:Keep/Store away from clothing/…/combustible materials. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. P370+P378:In case of fire: Use … for extinction. P501:Dispose of contents/container to..…