Bismuth nitrate
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Description
White, heavy, slightly hygroscopic powder. Bismuth subnitrate, also known as bismuth white, is used as a white pigment in cosmetics, ceramic glazes, surface coatings, and enamels.
Synonyms and Related Terms
bismuth white (AAT); nitrato de bismuto (Esp., Port.); nitrate de bismuth (Fr.); nitrato di bismuto (It.); magistry of bismuth; pearl powder; pearl white; Spanish white; Bouvigal white; bismuth subnitrate; basic bismuth nitrate; bismuth oxynitrate; paint white
Other Properties
Soluble in acid. Insoluble in ethanol, water.
| Composition | 4BiNO3(OH)2 - BiO(OH) |
|---|---|
| CAS | 1304-85-4 |
| Melting Point | 260 (dec) |
| Density | 4.928 |
| Molecular Weight | mol. wt. = 1461.99 |
Hazards and Safety
Inhalation and contact may cause mild irritation. Ingestion may cause discomfort. Chronic ingestion may cause black spots on gums and bad breath.
Mallinckrodt Baker: MSDS
Sources Checked for Data in Record
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