Antimony(III) oxide is used as a catalyst, vulcanization of rubber, an opacifying agent for glasses, ceramics and enamels. It is used as a flame retardant.
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Applications
Antimony(III) oxide is used as a catalyst, vulcanization of rubber, an opacifying agent for glasses, ceramics and enamels. It is used as a flame retardant.
Solubility
Insoluble in water.
Notes
Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Store away from strong oxidizing agents. Keep container tightly closed.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Jay A. Young.Antimony(III) Oxide. J. Chem. Educ. 2007, 84 (10),1602.
- Nelson Belzile,; Yu-Wei Chen1,; Zijian Wang.Oxidation of antimony (III) by amorphous iron and manganese oxyhydroxides. Chemical Geology. 2001, 174 (4),379-387.