It is made by treating lead(II) oxide with acetic acid. Like other lead compounds, it is toxic. Lead acetate is soluble in water and glycerin. With water it forms the trihydrate Pb(CH3COO)2·3H2O, a colourless or white efflorescent monoclinic crystalline substance. The substance is used as a reagent to make other lead compounds and as a fixative for some dyes. In low concentrations, it is the principal active ingredient in progressive types of hair colouring dyes.
- Formula
- C4H12O7Pb
- Molar mass
- 379.333 g/mol
- CAS Number
- 6080-56-4
- Density
- 2.550 g/cm3
- Purity/Grade
- ≥99% (ACS Reagent)
- Appearance
- Solid
- Melting point/freezing point
- 75°C (167°F) - dec.