Barium Sulfate

Your Professional Barium Sulfate Supplier

Our goal is to become your true partner in the field of barium sulfate in China. Yunfu Hongzhi New Materials Co., Ltd. is focusing on the research and development, production and sales of nano-level inorganic functional materials such as zinc sulfide, barium sulfate, additive masterbatch, etc. Our team has been committed to the technical innovation of inorganic powder materials and the improvement of product performance.The price is competitive and the product is quality-assured, which is a good choice for your long-term cooperation.

Why Choose Us

Product Application

Our products mainly include: Zinc sulfide, barium sulfate, additive masterbatch, etc. Our products are widely used in new energy, automotive industry, electronics and electrical, household appliances, industrial coatings, home building materials, functional films and flexible packaging and other fields.

Our Certification

The company has established a strict management system and passed ISO9001 quality management system certification, ISO14001 environmental management system certification, ISO45001 occupational health and safety management system certification, GB/T29490-2013 intellectual property management system certification.

Production Market

Our products are very popular at home and abroad, including North America, the United Kingdom, Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia and other countries and regions.

Our Service

We have advanced technical equipment and complete testing equipment to provide personalized products and services. Provide all-round technical support before and after sales, welcome to consult.

Advantages of Barium Sulfate

It has the advantages of high purity, fine particle size, chemical inertness, acid resistance, high temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, high whiteness, high refractive index, easy dispersion and the like, The ink and other industries are also used as fillers in the fields of plastics, rubber, ceramics and friction materials. In addition, barium sulfate can reach 80% of its weight filling rate, used in drainage pipes, speakers, sound, can effectively prevent noise and murmur, used in home appliances housing has lots of advantages for high gloss, good color, scratch resistance, good dimensional stability etc.

Application of Barium Sulfate

Radioactive contrast agent: Barium sulfate, as a high-density substance, can be labeled with radioactive isotopes to enhance image display.

X-ray absorption: Due to its high density, barium sulfate can effectively absorb X-rays and form clear images.

Endoscopic guidance: Barium sulfate can be attached to specific parts to facilitate endoscopic positioning and observation.

Digestive tract contrast agent: Barium sulfate particles are not absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract and can be used to evaluate the structure and function of the digestive tract.

Chemical Identifiers of Barium Sulphate

UNII	25BB7EKE2E
CAS number	7727-43-7
InChI Key	TZCXTZWJZNENPQ-UHFFFAOYSA-L
InChI	InChI=1S/Ba.H2O4S/c;1-5(2,3)4/h;(H2,1,2,3,4)/q+2;/p-2
IUPAC Name	Barium(2+) sulfate
SMILES	[Ba++].[O-]S([O-])(=O)=O

Properties of Barium Sulphate

Physical Properties: Pure barium sulfate is found as a white, odorless powder or small crystals with a density of 4.49 g/mL, a melting point of 1580 °C and a boiling point of 1600 °C.

Chemical Properties: Barium sulfate is said to have extremely poor solubility in the universal solvent water. It is also insoluble in alcohols, and soluble in concentrated acids. It reacts violently with aluminum powder. Barium sulfate has numerous medical and radio imaging uses due to its water insolubility and radio-opaque properties.

Personal Protection of Barium Sulfate

Skin	Prevent skin contact
Eyes	Prevent eye contact
Wash skin	Daily
Remove	No recommendation
Change	No recommendation
Provide	Eyewash, Quick drench

Preparation of Barium Sulfate

Almost all of the barium consumed commercially is obtained from barite, which is often highly impure. Barite is processed by thermo-chemical sulfate reduction (TSR), also known as carbothermal reduction (heating with coke) to give barium sulfide: BaSO4 + 4 C → BaS + 4 CO. In contrast to barium sulfate, barium sulfide is soluble in water and readily converted to the oxide, carbonate, and halides. To produce highly pure barium sulfate, the sulfide or chloride is treated with sulfuric acid or sulfate salts: BaS + H2SO4 → BaSO4 + H2S.

In the laboratory barium sulfate is generated by combining solutions of barium ions and sulfate salts. Because barium sulfate is the least toxic salt of barium due to its insolubility, wastes containing barium salts are sometimes treated with sodium sulfate to immobilize (detoxify) the barium. Barium sulfate is one of the most insoluble salts of sulfate. Its low solubility is exploited in qualitative inorganic analysis as a test for Ba2+ ions, as well as for sulfate.Untreated raw materials such as natural baryte formed under hydrothermal conditions may contain many impurities, a.o., quartz, or even amorphous silica.

Packaging and Shipping of Barium Sulfate

Packing	Palletized plastic
Shipping	Air freight, sea freight, railway transportation

FAQ

Q: What does barium sulfate do to your body?

A: Barium sulfate is in a class of medications called radiopaque contrast media. It works by coating the esophagus, stomach, or intestine with a material that is not absorbed into the body so that diseased or damaged areas can be clearly seen by x-ray examination or CT scan.

Q: What to do after drinking barium sulfate?

A: You should drink plenty of fluids and eat high fibre foods such as fruit, vegetables, wholemeal bread for the next few days. This will help the barium pass through more quickly.

Q: How long does it take for barium sulfate to leave the body?

A: Barium sulfate is not absorbed following oral or rectal administration with a normal gastrointestinal tract. In patients with a normal GI tract, barium sulfate is normally excreted within 24 hr after oral ingestion.

Q: What is the easiest way to drink barium sulfate?

A: Shake the contrast well before drinking. It does not need to be refrigerated, but tastes better when cold. Begin drinking the contrast one and a half hours before your scheduled exam time. Drink one-third of a bottle every fifteen minutes.

Q: Why is it safe for patients to consume barium sulfate?

A: Barium sulfate is insoluble and non-toxic. It is not absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, remaining entirely in the lumen.

Q: Who should not use barium sulfate?

A: lung or breathing disease, like asthma. stomach or intestine problems. an unusual or allergic reaction to barium sulfate, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives. pregnant or trying to get pregnant.

Q: What organs can be potentially damaged from barium sulfate?

A: Epeated exposure may cause an abnormal chest x-ray. This usually takes years to develop. Any evaluation should include a careful history of past and present symptoms with an exam.

Q: How to get barium sulfate out of your system?

A: After the examination you can eat and drink as normal. The barium may take several days to pass through your system. You should drink plenty of fluids and eat high fibre foods such as fruit, vegetables, wholemeal bread for the next few days.

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