Cadmium Carbonate
Availability
Cadmium carbonate is usually available in various concentration. Special packaging requirements are available upon request. Cadmium carbonate is stored in original packing and under conditions mentioned on the safety data sheet (SDS).
Formula
CdCO3
CAS
513-78-0
Cadmium Carbonate
Description
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Appearance
Otavite occurs in the form of a white crystalline powder and hexagon crystals.
Solubility
Cadmium carbonate is not soluble in water but soluble in diluted acids, in concentrated solutions of ammonium salts and potassium cyanide (KCN) solutions.
Uses
Cadmium carbonate is a mineral also known as otavite that was first described in 1906 in Namibia. Most cadmium monocarbonate today is recovered as a by-product of the zinc refining process. Otavite is the raw material for the production of pigments for ceramic and frits.
Classification
Cadmium monocarbonate is toxic if inhaled and swallowed; very toxic to aquatic organisms causing long-term adverse effects to aquatic environments.
Safety
Request safety data sheet (SDS) and refer to points 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 13.
Specifications
Technical specifications are provided on request according to the application: cadmium carbonate is stored in original packing and under conditions mentioned on the safety data sheet (SDS).
Synonyms
Otavite,cadmium monocarbonate