Lead(IV) acetate

Lead(IV) acetate, also known as plumbic acetate, is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is Pb(C2H3O2)4. It contains lead and acetate ions. The lead is in its +4 oxidation state.

Properties
Lead(IV) acetate is a colorless or pink solid. It is a powerful oxidizing agent. It reacts with water. 

Preparation
It can be made by reacting lead(II,IV) oxide with acetic acid.

Uses
Lead(IV) acetate is used in organic chemistry as an oxidizing agent. It is also used to add lead to other organic compounds.

Related pages
Lead(II) acetate
Lead(IV) oxide
Lead(II) chloride

Category:Lead compounds