BaCO2

ceramic
· JVASP-119939· BaCO2

BaCO₃ (barium carbonate) is an inorganic ceramic compound commonly produced through precipitation or mineral extraction, valued for its chemical stability and high density. It is widely used in electronics manufacturing, glass production, and ceramics industries as a raw material for glazes, frits, and dielectric applications, with particular importance in cathode ray tube (CRT) production and as a density-increasing additive in specialized formulations. Engineers select barium carbonate where high density, thermal stability, and chemical inertness are required, though its use in end products often involves decomposition or chemical conversion to functional compounds.

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Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Density(ρ)
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.
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