Barium oxide by Research Lab Fine Chem Industries is a high grade reagent. This compound is a derivative of barium. The reagent is available as a white coloured powder which is soluble in water, ethanol, dilute mineral acids and alkalis. It has a melting point of 1923 C and a boiling point at approximately 2000 C. While it is stable under general conditions, it is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Barium oxide can be prepared by heating barium carbonate. Like other barium salts, barium oxide is toxic and must be handled carefully. CAS No.: 1304-28-5 Quantity Provided: 100 gm per bottle Molecular formula: BaO Molecular weight: 153.33 Assay: Minimum 99 %Barium oxide has a variety of applications in chemical and biological sectors. This reagent is involved in various organic synthesis reactions to yield various intermediates. It is used as a coating for hot cathodes, such as for those in cathode ray tubes. Additionally, Barium oxide finds use as an ethoxylation catalyst in the reaction of ethylene oxide and alcohols. It is additionally used in the production of certain kinds of glass such as optical crown glass. This reagent is suitable for industrial synthesis of products and research applications.