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title: Lead Acetate
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##### CAS Number

6080-56-4















##### grade

ACS, Tech















##### packaging

Fiber Drum







































Lead Acetate, also known as lead (II) acetate, is a chemical compound or a salt of acetic acid and lead, and it forms colorless to white crystals or a white powder. Lead acetate is toxic and is primarily used in laboratory settings and certain niche applications.
**Chemical Formula:** Pb(CH3COO)2
**Appearance:** Colorless to white crystals or a white powder
**Uses:**
**Analytical Chemistry:** Lead acetate is commonly used in laboratory settings for analytical purposes, particularly in qualitative analysis to detect the presence of hydrogen sulfide gas (H2S). It forms a black precipitate of lead sulfide (PbS) when reacted with hydrogen sulfide, aiding in the identification of sulfide ions in solution.
**Additional Applications:** Used in some specialized chemical reactions and processes in research and development. Also used as a mordant in textile dyeing to improve the adherence of dyes to fibers.







































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