Description
Barium carbonate is a chemical compound with the formula BaCO3, is available as a white powder. It is insolubility in water and stability under various conditions make it a valuable material for many applications. Its solubility in acids also makes barium carbonate a useful component in chemical synthesis and various manufacturing processes where controlled reactions with acids are needed.
Barium carbonate is used in a variety of industries including the enamel and ceramics industry, Arcopal tableware, glass manufacturing, sanitary porcelain, paint and pigment production, chlor-alkali industry, oil and gas sector, and lead and zinc extraction. In the ceramics and glass industry, it serves as a fluxing agent, lowering the melting point and enhancing the workability of ceramic glazes and glass products. In the oil and gas sector, barium carbonate is used to purify and treat drilling fluids, ensuring better performance and reduced risks during drilling operations.
Additionally, it is utilized in the production of barium ferrite, a key material in the electronics and magnet manufacturing industries.
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