Boron carbide (CAS 12069-32-8) — formula CB4, molecular weight 55.3; category inorganic chemicals.
Boron carbide (CAS 12069-32-8) is a chemical raw material in the inorganic chemicals category. Its molecular formula CB4 comprises 1 C, 4 B atoms. Its molecular weight is about 55.3. Reported physicochemical data: melting point around 2350 °C. As a sourcing and distribution partner we help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, arranging samples and batch orders with full COA and compliance files.
| CAS Number | 12069-32-8 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | CB4 |
| Molecular Weight | 55.3 |
| Melting Point | 2350 °C |
| Applications | abrasive and to make chemical-resistant ceramics and wear-resistant tools, Also used in nuclear control rods and aircraft composites, Metal Machining, Plastic Composites Manufacturing, Absorbent, Intermediate |
| Category | Inorganic Chemicals |
Documented applications: abrasive and to make chemical-resistant ceramics and wear-resistant tools, Also used in nuclear control rods and aircraft composites, Metal Machining, Plastic Composites Manufacturing, Absorbent, Intermediate.
Boron carbide is an inorganic compound with CAS registry number 12069-32-8 and molecular formula CB4 (molecular weight 55.3), belonging to the inorganic chemicals segment of chemical raw materials.
CAS number: 12069-32-8
Its molecular formula CB4 comprises 1 C, 4 B atoms.
Also known as: Boron carbide · 碳化硼
Category: inorganic chemicals
The CAS registry number of Boron carbide is 12069-32-8.
Molecular formula CB4, molecular weight 55.3.
It is also registered under: Boron carbide, 碳化硼.
Recorded applications: abrasive and to make chemical-resistant ceramics and wear-resistant tools, Also used in nuclear control rods and aircraft composites, Metal Machining, Plastic Composites Manufacturing, Absorbent, Intermediate.
Category: Inorganic Chemicals.
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Independent reference data for Boron carbide (CAS 12069-32-8), compiled from public chemistry databases.
| CAS Number | 12069-32-8 |
|---|---|
| PubChem CID | 123279 |
| Molecular Formula | CB4 |
| IUPAC Name | 2,3,4,5-tetraboratetracyclo[2.1.0.01,3.02,5]pentane |
| UNII (FDA) | T5V24LJ508 |
| Molecular Weight | 55.3 |
|---|---|
| Hydrogen Bond Donor Count | 0 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count | 0 |
| Rotatable Bond Count | 0 |
| Exact Mass | 56.0372207 |
| Monoisotopic Mass | 56.0372207 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area | 0 |
| Heavy Atom Count | 5 |
| Melting Point | 2350 °C |
|---|---|
| Density | 2.5 @25 °C |
Boron carbide; 12069-32-8; Boron carbide (B4C); EINECS 235-111-5; T5V24LJ508; TETRABORON CARBIDE; BORCARBID HD 20; BORON CARBIDE [MI]; TETRABOR 1000; TETRABORON MONOCARBIDE; DTXSID4051615; EC 235-111-5; Norbide; RefChem:570033; 235-111-5; DTXCID5030167
| GHS notifications | 77.8% (144 / 185) |
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| GHS notifications | 77.8% (144 / 185) |
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| Notified hazard statements | H360 (19.5%) |
Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.
Supplier: Jinan Shenghe Chemical Co., Ltd.
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