Chemical Grade Barium Chloride
Product Code : SCL-CA-12679
Quick Answer: The Chemical Grade Barium Chloride is a soluble inorganic barium salt used to detect sulphate ions, forming a clearly visible white precipitate of barium sulphate during supervised qualitative analysis.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
- Anhydrous formula BaCl2
- Water-soluble salt for preparing reagent solutions by approved methods
- Forms an insoluble white precipitate with sulphate ions
- Demonstrates ionic equations, solubility rules and precipitation
- Toxic if swallowed, so ingestion and exposure are strictly prevented
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical type | Soluble inorganic barium salt |
| Anhydrous formula | BaCl2 |
| Appearance | White crystalline solid |
About This Product
In the sulphate test, barium chloride solution is added to the sample in the quantity and order the method states, and any white precipitate is observed and recorded without direct contact. Because a hydrated form differs in mass from the anhydrous salt, the form shown on the label is noted before quantities are calculated. All barium-containing residues are collected as hazardous waste and never poured into drains.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What does barium chloride show in a sulphate test?
Barium ions react with sulphate ions to form barium sulphate, an insoluble white precipitate that shows sulphate is present.
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