Lead acetate
Synonyms
Acetic acid, lead(2+) salt (2:1);
Lead di(acetate);
Category
Anionic Surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 301-04-2
EINECS: 206-104-4
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C4H6O4Pb; C2H4O2.1/2Pb
Molecular Weight: 325.29
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), solid.
Solubility soluble in water.
Stability stable.
Risk Solid form: toxic; flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Animal Toxicity
Table 1 Animal toxicity values
|
cat subcutaneous LDLo |
100mg/kg[1] |
|
dog intravenous LDLo |
300mg/kg[1] |
|
dog oral LDLo |
300mg/kg[1] |
|
dog subcutaneous LDLo |
80mg/kg[1] |
|
frog subcutaneous LDLo |
1600mg/kg[1] |
|
mouse intraperitoneal LD50 |
140mg/kg[1] |
|
mouse intravenous LD50 |
104mg/kg[1] |
|
pigeon intraperitoneal LDLo |
150mg/kg[1] |
|
rabbit intravenous LD50 |
25mg/kg[1] |
|
rabbit subcutaneous LDLo |
300mg/kg[1] |
|
rat intraperitoneal LD50 |
150mg/kg[1] |
Reproductive effect[1].
Human Toxicity
Table 2 Human toxicity values
|
human oral LDLo |
714mg/kg[1] |
|
man intravenous TDLo |
71mg/kg[1] |
Ecology be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent antimicrobial, antibacterial, preservative abilities.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
|
Solid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
GB/T 5173 Surface active agents and detergents -- Determination of anionic-active matter by direct two-phase titration procedure
ISO 2271 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Determination of anionic-active matter by manual or mechanical direct two-phase titration procedure
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Solid |
|
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as preservative.
2, Coatings
Drier in paints.
3, Organic synthesis
Use as intermediate in organic synthesis.
Manufacturers
References
[1]: ChemIDplus. 301-04-2, Lead acetate
Update: 20140309(1); 20180826(2);