| Chemistry name: | cerium sulfate |
| M Formula: | Ce2(SO4)3•8H2O |
| Properties: | |
| White crystals or powder. Mp 630C (dehydrated), d 2.886. Soluble in water and acids. | |
| Derivation: | |
| Reagent grade is prepared by reducing a solution of ceric sulfate in sulfuric acid with hydrogen peroxide. | |
| Grade: | |
| Technical and purified (reagent). | |
| Use: | |
| Developing agent for aniline black. | |