Introduction:
Lead Acetate Powder is a white crystalline compound commonly known as lead(II) acetate or sugar of lead. It is an inorganic salt of lead and acetic acid, known for its solubility in water and sweet taste (though highly toxic). It is widely used in laboratories, industrial applications, and manufacturing processes due to its versatile chemical properties.
 
Applications:
Laboratory Reagent: Used as a reagent for detecting hydrogen sulfide and in qualitative inorganic analysis.
Textile Industry: Acts as a mordant in dyeing and printing fabrics.
Paints & Pigments: Used in the production of lead-based pigments and other coatings.
Cosmetics & Hair Products: Previously used in certain hair color restorers (restricted use today due to toxicity).
Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of other lead compounds.
Plastics & Lubricants: Employed in stabilizers for PVC and as an additive in some lubricants.
 
Benefits:
High purity and consistent composition for reliable laboratory results.
Good solubility in water and glycerin, allowing easy use in formulations.
Effective mordanting agent enhancing dye adhesion and color fastness.
Useful reagent in various analytical and chemical synthesis applications.
Stable compound under normal storage and handling conditions.