Product name:Bismuth trichloride
CAS:7787-60-2
Molecular Formula:BiCl3
Formula Weight:315.34
Specification:100g
Description:
Bismuth chloride is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula BiCl3. It is a common source of the Bi3+ ion. In the gas phase and in the crystal, the species adopts a pyramidal structure, in accord with VSEPR theory.
Bismuth chloride is an excellent water soluble crystalline source of bismuth. Its aqueous solution conducts electricity as does the molten material. It is used to prepare several other bismuth salts, and is a constituent in pigments and cosmetics.