Tungsten Trioxide

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MOQ : 10 Kilograms

Tungsten Trioxide Specification

Smell
Odorless

Molecular Weight
231.84 g/mol

Melting Point
1473 C

Water Insoluble
Yes

Place of Origin
India

Solubility
Insoluble in water, soluble in alkalis

Boiling point
Above 1700 C (decomposes)

Ph Level
7 (Neutral)

HS Code
28259010

Structural Formula
WO3

Application
Ceramic Industry, Tungsten metal production, Pigments, Catalysts, Gas sensors

Color
Yellow

Tungsten Trioxide Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
10 Kilograms

Supply Ability
500 Kilograms Per Week

Delivery Time
4 Hours

About Tungsten Trioxide

For more than 35 years, we are manufacturing and supplying Tungsten Trioxide to our clients across worldwide. We are widely appreciated and acclaimed by our clients for business ethics, competent workforce, quality range of products and customization facility. Our company fabricates with premium quality raw materials, which is sourced from reliable vendors. This Tungsten Trioxide is widely used in alloys, manufacturing tungstates for x-ray screens and formation of yellow pigments in ceramics. We offer these products at market leading prices. Further, this product is fabricated according to industrial quality standards.

Features:

Contain meymacite and hydrotungstite in equal composition
Extensively used for x-ray screen phosphors, fireproofing fabrics and gas sensors
No immaculate
Appearance as yellowish green powder
Decomposed at a temperature of 600 °C.
Excellent chemical purity
Stable pH value make it more reactive in nature

Physical properties

CAS 1314 - 35 - 8
Color : Yellow / Green
Apparent density : 2.2 gm/cc
Grain size : 9.5 micron
M F Wo3

Chemical Properties

Sr .No.	Maximum allowed	As actual
Ca	10	6
Fe	20	6
K	10	02
Na	15	06
Mo	30	03
Si	10	03
Co	10	03
Wo3	99.97%	99.98%

Versatile Industrial Applications

Tungsten Trioxide is prized across multiple industries for its adaptability and reliable performance. Its uses span from enhancing color in ceramic materials to serving as a precursor for tungsten metal production. Additionally, it is integral in pigments, as an effective catalyst in chemical reactions, and as a sensitive material for gas sensors. Its technical grade ensures consistent quality for large-scale manufacturing and research purposes alike.

Stable and Safe for Extended Storage

With a two-year shelf life and resistance to decomposition at standard temperatures, Tungsten Trioxide remains stable and effective when stored in HDPE drums or bags. Its odorless nature and neutral pH make it manageable in various environments, while its insolubility in water enhances both safety and versatility. This assures manufacturers of long-term usability and minimal handling concerns.

FAQs of Tungsten Trioxide:

Q: How should Tungsten Trioxide be stored to maintain its quality?

A: Tungsten Trioxide should be stored in tightly sealed HDPE bags or drums, in a cool and dry environment, away from direct sunlight or moisture. These packaging types help prevent contamination and preserve its quality for the full two-year shelf life.

Q: What is the primary benefit of using Tungsten Trioxide in industrial applications?

A: The main benefit is its high purity (99% min) and stability, which deliver consistent results in applications such as ceramic manufacturing, pigment production, catalysis, and tungsten metal extraction. Its unique properties also make it valuable for creating sensitive gas sensors.

Q: When is Tungsten Trioxide typically used in the production process?

A: Tungsten Trioxide is introduced during various stages, depending on the end-use. In tungsten metal production, it acts as an intermediate before reduction. For pigments and ceramics, it is blended during the initial material preparation phase to impart desired coloration and structural properties.

Q: Where is your Tungsten Trioxide sourced and manufactured?

A: Our Tungsten Trioxide is manufactured and exported from India, ensuring compliance with international quality benchmarks, and is supplied worldwide by experienced exporters and suppliers.

Q: What are the usage precautions for Tungsten Trioxide?

A: Although Tungsten Trioxide is stable and odorless, it is recommended to use appropriate dust protection (such as masks) during handling, avoid ingestion or inhalation, and wash hands after contact. Standard industrial hygiene practices should always be followed.

Q: Is Tungsten Trioxide soluble in water or only in specific solvents?

A: Tungsten Trioxide is insoluble in water but it dissolves in alkalis, which enables its use in specific chemical processes where aqueous insolubility is required.

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