Silica gel desiccant is used as a catalyst and as a carrier for other catalysts. When catalysts are impregnated with silica gel desiccant, they are released slowly into the reaction environment, allowing for controlled chemical reactions and the formation of high-quality products.
Technical specifications:
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- CAS number: 112926-00-8.
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- Chemical formula: SiO₂·nH₂O.
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- pH value: 7.
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- State: White crystalline solid.
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- Melting point: >1600 ℃.
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- Boiling point: 2230 ℃.
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- Density: 2.1 g/cm³.
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- Solubility: Insoluble in water.
Applications:
Silica gel desiccant is used to preserve products by preventing moisture and mold, especially for goods that need to be exported or transported over long periods. Additionally, it is used as a catalyst in petrochemical reactions and water filtration processes.
Storage and usage:
It is widely used in laboratories, research centers, production facilities, and factories.