Cadmium acetate dihydrate (Cd(OOCCH3)2•2H2O) -Powder

Characteristic




Cadmium acetate is the chemical compound with the formula Cd(CH3CO2)2. This colourless solid is classified coordination polymer, featuring acetate ligands interconnecting cadmium centers. The compound exists in anhydrous form and as a dihydrate.




Chemical formula:Cd(CH3COO)2·2H2O

Molar mass:266.529 g/mol 

Appearance:white crystals

Odor:acetic acid

Density:2.01 g/cm3 

Melting point: decomposes at 130°C 

Solubility in water: very soluble 

Solubility :soluble in ethanol 

Magnetic susceptibility (χ):-83.7·10−6 cm3/mol

Crystal structure:monoclinic




Application




It is used in dyestuff intermediates, ceramics and producing iridescent effects on porcelains and pottery. It acts as a reagent for determination of S, Se, and Te. It is also used in cadmium electroplating.