Vanadium pentoxide
- CAS Number
- 1314-62-1
- HSN Code
- 28253010
- Molecular Formula
- V2O5
- Catalogue Number
- AL4759
- Purity
- ≥ 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 181.88 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Divanadium pentaoxide is a vanadium oxide.
Also known as Vanadium(V) oxide.
- Catalogue No.
- AL4759
- CAS Number
- 1314-62-1
- Molecular Formula
- V2O5
- Molecular Weight
- 181.88 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 28253010
- Grade
- 98% Extra Pure
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 681 °C; Boiling point: 1750 °C (decomp); Density: 3.654 at 21.7 °C, relative density to water at 4 °C; Solubility: In water, 0.07 g/100 g water at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- Yellow to rust-brown orthorhombic crystals
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 100 gm plastic bottle, 500 gm plastic bottle
- Storage
- Separated from food and feedstuffs.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Vanadium pentoxide
- Catalogue No.
- AL4759
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 1314-62-1
- EC Number
- 215-239-8
- Grade
- 98% Extra Pure
- EC Index Number
- Not specified
- Chemical Formula
- V2O5
- HSN Code
- 28253010
- Synonyms
- Vanadium(V) oxide
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Catalyst in sulfuric acid manufacturing and energy storage applications.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 4; STOT SE 3; Muta. 2; Repr. 2; STOT RE 1; Aquatic Chronic 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 14814 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Irritant, Health Hazard, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H302: Harmful if swallowed; H332: Harmful if inhaled; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects; H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child; H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure; H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Toxic if ingested or inhaled; may cause respiratory irritation.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Vanadium pentoxide
- CAS No.
- 1314-62-1
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- Wash with soap and water. If irritation occurs, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Symptoms of exposure may include respiratory irritation, skin irritation, and gastrointestinal distress.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Non-flammable, but may emit toxic fumes when heated.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Handle with gloves and in a fume hood to avoid inhalation and skin contact.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from food and feedstuffs.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Handle with gloves.
- Eye protection
- Face shield and safety glasses. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if dust is generated.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- Orange-yellow
- Odour
- Odorless
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- 681 °C
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- 1750 °C (decomp)
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not applicable
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Non-flammable
- Vapour pressure
- Approximately 0 mm Hg at 68 °F
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not applicable
- Density
- 3.654 at 21.7 °C, relative density to water at 4 °C
- Solubility
- In water, 0.07 g/100 g water at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not an oxidizer
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions; reacts with strong acids and bases.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Upon heating, toxic fumes are formed. Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong acids, strong bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes of vanadium oxides.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 10 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse oral 23 mg/kg; LD50 Rat sc 14 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 2862
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 2862
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 2862
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 2862
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 2862
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Vanadium pentoxide
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Vanadium pentoxide
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Vanadium pentoxide
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Vanadium pentoxide
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Vanadium pentoxide
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 6.1
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- III
- Packing group (IMDG)
- III
- Packing group (IATA)
- III
- Packing group (ADN)
- III
- Packing group (RID)
- III
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Vanadium pentoxide is primarily used as a catalyst in the contact process for the production of sulfuric acid, which is a critical chemical in various industries, including fertilizers, petrochemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Additionally, it plays a significant role in the development of vanadium redox flow batteries, which are utilized for large-scale energy storage solutions. The compound is also employed in the production of ceramics, glass, and as a pigment in certain applications. Its unique properties make it valuable in research settings, particularly in studies related to catalysis and electrochemistry.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL01568
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 181.88 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 98% | 98.5% |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 1% | 0.5% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water | 0.1 g/100 mL at 20 °C |
The above product is expected to comply with 98% Extra Pure grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% Extra Pure | ≥ 98% | m.p. 681 °C; b.p. 1750 °C (decomp) | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 1% | None detected | In water, 0.07 g/100 g water at 25 °C |
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