Thallium carbonate is white crystalline powder, which is a thallium salt. It is highly toxic and irritant chemical, which have high refractive property . It is soluble in water, however insoluble in ethyl alcohol,ether and acetone .Thallium(I) hydroxide is the raw material.
Thallous carbonate is a specialized inorganic compound with applications in chemical research, material synthesis, and certain niche industrial processes. Known for its solubility in water and chemical reactivity, thallous carbonate serves as a precursor in the production of thallium-based materials and compounds, supporting innovation in various scientific and industrial domains.
Thallium Carbonate
| CAS No.:6533-73-9 | EINECS No.:229-434-0 | Molecular Formula:Tl2CO3 | Molecular Weight:468.78 |
| Melting Point:272℃ | Density:7.1 | UN 1707 6.1/PG 2 | Purity:99.99% |
Applications
Thallium(I) carbonate is raw material for preparation of other thallium compounds as thallium nitrate, thallium acetate, thallium iodide, thallium formate and so on. It is also a chemical to analyze sulfur dioxide and do spectral analysis.
Thallous carbonate plays a role in producing artificial diamond and special glass additive
In material synthesis, thallous carbonate is used to prepare other thallium compounds, such as thallium halides, oxides, and sulfates. These derivatives play critical roles in advanced applications, including infrard optics, radiation detection, and the development of semiconducting materials. For example, thallium halides are highly valued for their transparency in infared wavelengths, making them essential in optical systems for defense, aerospace, and medical imaging.
In research settings, thallous carbonate is employed in the study of thallium’s unique chemical and physical properties. Its predictable behavior as a carbonate salt makes it a valuable reagent for exploring reaction mechanisms, synthesizing new compounds, and conducting experimental studies in inorganic and organometallic chemistry. This work contributes to the broader understanding of heavy metal chemistry and the development of innovative materials.
Additionally, thallium carbonate has niche applications in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical industries. While its use is limited due to thallium’s toxicity, its reactivity and compatibility with certain processes make it a useful intermedicate under controlled conditions.