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Sigma-Aldrich

Lead(IV) oxide

99.998% trace metals basis

Synonym(s):

Lead (su)peroxide, Lead dioxide, Lead peroxide

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
PbO2
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
239.20
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352303
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.23

Quality Level

Assay

99.998% trace metals basis

form

powder

reaction suitability

reagent type: catalyst
core: lead

SMILES string

O=[Pb]=O

InChI

1S/2O.Pb

InChI key

YADSGOSSYOOKMP-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

Lead(IV) Oxide (PbO₂) is a versatile compound with high electrical conductivity, excellent thermal stability, and significant oxidation potential. These characteristics make it suitable for various applications, particularly in the fields of electronics, energy storage, and environmental remediation. In electronics, PbO₂ is utilized in the fabrication of electrodes for batteries and capacitors due to its ability to enhance charge storage capacity.

Application


  • Lead(IV) oxide-graphite composite electrodes: application to sensing of ammonia, nitrite and phenols.: This research discusses the use of Lead(IV) oxide-graphite composite electrodes in the detection of various chemicals, highlighting its potential for environmental monitoring and safety applications. The study explores the electrochemical properties of Lead(IV) oxide in these contexts, which may offer insights into its utility in more advanced battery technologies or energy storage solutions (Sljukić et al., 2007).

Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. 4 Inhalation - Acute Tox. 4 Oral - Aquatic Acute 1 - Aquatic Chronic 1 - Ox. Sol. 3 - Repr. 1A - STOT RE 2

Target Organs

Blood,Central nervous system,Immune system,Kidney

Storage Class Code

5.1B - Oxidizing hazardous materials

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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