Lead (II) oxalate is sparingly soluble in water. Its solubility is increased in presence of excess oxalate anions, due to the formation of the Pb(C2O4)22- complex ion.
Lead(II) oxalate is an inorganic compound with the formula PbC2O4. It is naturally found as a heavy white solid.
Chemical Properties
white, heavy powder(s) [MER06]
Uses
Lead(II) oxalate is used in photography (platinum printing).
Preparation
LEAD OXALATE is commercially available. It may be prepared by the metathesis reaction between lead(II) nitrate and sodium oxalate: Pb2+(aq) + C2O42- → PbC2O4 (s).
LEAD OXALATE Preparation Products And Raw materials