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Lead(IV) acetate

IUPAC: lead(2+) tetraacetate

C8H12O8Pb-2 Salts CAS 546-67-8
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Formula / NotationC8H12O8Pb-2
CAS Number546-67-8
Molecular Weight443
Melting Point347 °F (USCG, 1999)
Density2.2 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink
SolubilitySoluble in hot glacial acetic acid, benzene, chloroform, tetrachloroethane, nitrobenzene.
AppearanceFaintly pink wet crystals with an odor of vinegar. (USCG, 1999)
Also Known Aslead(2+) tetraacetate; LEAD TETRAACETATE; 546-67-8; Plumbic acetate; Lead tetracetate; Lead acetate, tetra-; Lead acetate (Pb(OAc)4); Acetic acid, lead(4+) salt; Lead acetate (Pb(O2C2H3)4); CFN24B03DB
CategorySalts

What is Lead(IV) acetate?

Lead(IV) acetate (C8H12O8Pb-2) is a salt that appears as Faintly pink wet crystals with an odor of vinegar. (USCG, 1999). It has a molecular weight of 443 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is lead(2+) tetraacetate. Melting point: 347 °F (USCG, 1999).

Formula & Notation

C8H12O8Pb-2

IUPAC Name: lead(2+) tetraacetate

Other Names / Synonyms: lead(2+) tetraacetate; LEAD TETRAACETATE; 546-67-8; Plumbic acetate; Lead tetracetate; Lead acetate, tetra-; Lead acetate (Pb(OAc)4); Acetic acid, lead(4+) salt; Lead acetate (Pb(O2C2H3)4); CFN24B03DB

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Faintly pink wet crystals with an odor of vinegar. (USCG, 1999). Molecular formula: C8H12O8Pb-2. Molecular weight: 443 g/mol. Melting point: 347 °F (USCG, 1999). Density: 2.2 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink. Solubility: Soluble in hot glacial acetic acid, benzene, chloroform, tetrachloroethane, nitrobenzene..

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point347 °F (USCG, 1999)
Density2.2 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink
Molecular Weight443
SolubilitySoluble in hot glacial acetic acid, benzene, chloroform, tetrachloroethane, nitrobenzene.
AppearanceFaintly pink wet crystals with an odor of vinegar. (USCG, 1999)

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(IV) acetate
Formula C8H12O8Pb-2
CAS Number 546-67-8
Molecular Weight 443
Category Salts
Index All "L" terms
Synonyms lead(2+) tetraacetate; LEAD TETRAACETATE; 546-67-8; Plumbic acetate; Lead tetracetate; Lead acetate, tetra-; Lead acetate (Pb(OAc)4); Acetic acid, lead(4+) salt; Lead acetate (Pb(O2C2H3)4); CFN24B03DB

Frequently Asked Questions

Lead(IV) acetate (C8H12O8Pb-2) is a salt that appears as Faintly pink wet crystals with an odor of vinegar. (USCG, 1999). It has a molecular weight of 443 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is lead(2+) tetraacetate. Melting point: 347 °F (USCG, 1999).

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