Barium sulfate is a white crystalline solid, which is insoluble in water and other traditional solvents.

Formula: BaSO4

Formula weight: 233.39

Barium sulfate is a white crystalline solid, which is insoluble in water and other traditional solvents but is soluble in concentrated sulfuric acid.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Specific Gravity (g/cm3)	4.4
Whiteness (%)	90 min
325mesh residue (%)	0.50 max
pH	6.5-8.0
Moisture (%)	0.50 max
Oil absorption (g/100g) (ASTM D-281)	14-17
Average Particle size (μm)	10
CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
BaSO4 (%)	95 min
SiO2(%)	0.02 max
Fe2O3 (%)	0.04max
Al2O3 (%)	0.1 max
Water soluble (%)	0.15max
Loss on ignition(%)	0.5 max

CLASSIFICATION
CAS NO.	7727-43-7
H.S.CODE	2511.1000.00

PACKING

25Kg bag or 50kg bag

Or according customer’s request.

APPLICATIONS

1) Coatings

2) Paints

3) Paper coatings

4) Ceramics

5) Rubber

6) Plastics

7) Inks

STORAGE

Store in cool, dry condition and keep away from direct heat and sunlight. When not using the material, ensure that the packings are sealed.

SHELF LIFE

At least 12 months when stored in sealed packing under above mentioned condition.

SUPPLY

20’FCL = 25MT

Barytes