Strontium sulfate

Strontium sulfate

Celestine; Sulfuric acid strontium salt

CAS 7759-02-6

Chemical Formula SrSO4

Molecular Weight 183.68 g/mol

Strontium sulfate (SrSO4) is an inorganic compound that occurs naturally as the mineral celestite. It is a white crystalline powder, poorly soluble in water, but more soluble in dilute acids like HCl and nitric acid. Strontium sulfate is used in ceramics, pyrotechnics, and as a colorant in glass and pottery glazes. 

Industrial Uses

1. Performance Chemicals

  • Strontium Carbonate (SrCO3): SrSO4 is a key raw material for producing strontium carbonate, which is used in television faceplates, ceramics, and other applications.
  • Strontium Nitrate (Sr(NO3)2): It's also used to make strontium nitrate, a component in pyrotechnics for creating red colors in flares and fireworks.
  • Ceramics and Glass: Strontium sulfate is incorporated into glazes and enamels for ceramics and can also act as a fining agent in the production of crystal glass, adding iridescence.
  • EPR Dosimeters: Strontium sulfate is used in electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) dosimeters, which are employed to measure radiation doses in various applications, including radiation therapy and blood irradiation.

2. Energy

  • Drilling Fluids: It is used as a weighting agent in drilling fluids for oil and gas wells, increasing the density of the fluid.

Specifications

Assay 98%
Appearance White crystalline powder
Odor Odorless
Boiling Point Decomposes before boiling
Melting Point 1600°C
Density 3.96 g/cm3
Solubility Poorly soluble in water; insoluble in alcohol
Viscosity Not applicable
Flash Point Not flammable

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