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Lead(II) acetate

IUPAC: lead(2+) diacetate

C4H6O4Pb Salts CAS 301-04-2
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Formula / NotationC4H6O4Pb
CAS Number301-04-2
Molecular Weight325
Melting Point280 °C
Boiling PointDecomposes
Density3.25 g/cu cm
SolubilityINSOL IN ALC /LEAD ACETATE DIHYDRATE/
AppearanceOther Solid
Also Known Aslead(2+) diacetate; 301-04-2; Lead diacetate; Lead di(acetate); Acetate de plomb; Acetic acid lead(2+) salt; Acetic acid, lead(2 +) salt; DTXSID6020773; Pb(CH3COO)2; RefChem:55457
CategorySalts

What is Lead(II) acetate?

Lead Acetate can cause cancer according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.

Formula & Notation

C4H6O4Pb

IUPAC Name: lead(2+) diacetate

Other Names / Synonyms: lead(2+) diacetate; 301-04-2; Lead diacetate; Lead di(acetate); Acetate de plomb; Acetic acid lead(2+) salt; Acetic acid, lead(2 +) salt; DTXSID6020773; Pb(CH3COO)2; RefChem:55457

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Other Solid. Molecular formula: C4H6O4Pb. Molecular weight: 325 g/mol. Boiling point: Decomposes. Melting point: 280 °C. Density: 3.25 g/cu cm. Solubility: INSOL IN ALC /LEAD ACETATE DIHYDRATE/. Vapor pressure: 0.000722 [mmHg].

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point280 °C
Boiling PointDecomposes
Density3.25 g/cu cm
Molecular Weight325
SolubilityINSOL IN ALC /LEAD ACETATE DIHYDRATE/
AppearanceOther Solid

Uses & Applications

Used in food preservation, water treatment, chemical synthesis, fertilizers, and pharmaceutical applications.

Safety Information

Irritant or toxic depending on specific salt. Some salts are oxidising agents or toxic to aquatic environments. Consult SDS before use.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term Lead(II) acetate
Formula C4H6O4Pb
CAS Number 301-04-2
Molecular Weight 325
Category Salts
Synonyms lead(2+) diacetate; 301-04-2; Lead diacetate; Lead di(acetate); Acetate de plomb; Acetic acid lead(2+) salt; Acetic acid, lead(2 +) salt; DTXSID6020773; Pb(CH3COO)2; RefChem:55457

Frequently Asked Questions

Lead Acetate can cause cancer according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.

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