Cadmium acetate dihydrate

Synonym(s):Cadmium Acetate;Cadmium acetate dihydrate

CAS NO.：5743-04-4
Empirical Formula: C4H10CdO6
Molecular Weight: 266.53
MDL number: MFCD00150020
EINECS: 611-525-5
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-10-30 18:52:02

What is Cadmium acetate dihydrate?

Chemical properties

White Crystalline Powder

The Uses of Cadmium acetate dihydrate

Cadmium acetate dihydrate is in the?porcelain production?for the production?of iridescent?used effects.?Moreover, it is in the?analytical chemistry,?a reagent for the detection of?sulfur,?selenium?and tellurium. It is also used as chemical and pharmaceutical intermediate.

Safety Profile

Confirmed human carcinogen. Mutation data reported. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of Cd.

Purification Methods

Recrystallise it twice from anhydrous acetic acid and dry it under vacuum for 24hours at 100o. [Beilstein 2 IV 114.]

Properties of Cadmium acetate dihydrate

Melting point:	254°C
Density	2,01 g/cm³
storage temp.	Store at +5°C to +30°C.
solubility	very soluble in H2O; soluble in ethanol
form	Powder
color	White
Specific Gravity	2.341
PH Range	7.1
PH	7 (50g/l, H2O, 20℃)
Odor	Slight acetic acid odor
Water Solubility	Soluble
Hydrolytic Sensitivity	4: no reaction with water under neutral conditions
Sensitive	Hygroscopic
Merck	14,1614
BRN	3730567
Exposure limits	ACGIH: TWA 0.01 mg/m3; TWA 0.002 mg/m3 NIOSH: IDLH 9 mg/m3
Stability:	Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases.
CAS DataBase Reference	5743-04-4(CAS DataBase Reference)

Safety information for Cadmium acetate dihydrate

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 Health Hazard GHS08 Environment GHS09
GHS Hazard Statements	H340:Germ cell mutagenicity H350:Carcinogenicity H372:Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure H410:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes	P201:Obtain special instructions before use. P260:Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P273:Avoid release to the environment. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P391:Collect spillage. Hazardous to the aquatic environment P308+P313:IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.