13823-29-5

Basic information

• Product Name: Thorium(IV) nitrate
• Synonyms: Nitricacid, thorium(4+) salt (8CI,9CI);Thorium nitrate;Thorium nitrate((Th(NO3)4));Thorium tetranitrate;Thorium(4+) nitrate;Thorium(IV) nitrate
• CAS NO: 13823-29-5
• Molecular Formula: N4O12Th
• Molecular Weight: 480.0577
• EINECS: 237-514-1
• Mol File: 13823-29-5.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 83 °C at 760 mmHg
• Appearance: /
• CAS DataBase Reference: Thorium(IV) nitrate(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Thorium(IV) nitrate(13823-29-5)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Thorium(IV) nitrate(13823-29-5)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: O:Oxidizing agent
• Statements: R8:; R22:; R33:; R36/37/38:
• Safety Statements: S36/37/39:; S45:
• Hazardous Substances Data: 13823-29-5(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Thorium(IV) nitrate is a chemical compound with the formula Th(NO3)4. It is a water-soluble salt that is commonly used in industrial and laboratory settings. Thorium(IV) nitrate is a strong oxidizing agent and is commonly used in the production of thorium metal and thorium dioxide. It is also used in the nuclear industry for various applications, including in the production of nuclear fuel and in the extraction of thorium from ores. Thorium(IV) nitrate is highly toxic and should be handled with care, as it can cause irritation to the skin, eyes, and respiratory system. It is important to follow proper safety protocols when working with this chemical.

InChI:InChI=1/4NO3.2Th/c4*2-1(3)4;;/q4*-1;2*+2