The Ceramics, Glass & Advanced Materials industry relies on specialized materials designed to deliver high temperature resistance, mechanical strength, chemical stability, and functional performance. Chemical elements and components used in this field enable precise control over material properties and optimization of final product quality throughout the manufacturing process.
The raw materials and additives in this category are widely applied in the production of technical ceramics, industrial glass, composites, and advanced engineering materials. These solutions support B2B customers across electronics, defense, energy, automotive, and construction industries by offering high purity, process consistency, and long-term performance.

Ammonium heptamolybdate is used as a catalyst, corrosion inhibitor, molybdenum source, and molybdenum fertilizer. It finds applications in analytical chemistry, pigments, animal nutrition, biological research, glass and ceramics, and electroplating. Its versatility makes it essential in several industries, with specific uses depending on the application’s requirements. Chemical Formula : (NH4)6Mo7O24.4H20 CAS No. : 12054-85-2 Appearance : large colourless monoclinic crystals or slightly greenish or as a white crystalline powder.
Used as a flux and glaze modifier in ceramic and glass production. Improves chemical durability and appearance. Applied in brick and tile manufacturing to prevent efflorescence. Also a precursor to barium oxide and other barium salts. Chemical Formula : BaCO₃ CAS No. : 513-77-9 Appearance : -
Used in ceramics, glass, and catalysts for its high refractive index and electrical conductivity. Functions as a substitute for lead oxide in environmentally friendly formulations. Also applied in optical coatings, electronic components, and pharmaceutical preparations. Provides good thermal stability and corrosion resistance in advanced materials. Chemical Formula : Bi₂O₃ CAS No. : 1304-76-3 Appearance : -
Superhard ceramic material used in armor plating, abrasives, and nozzle linings. Exhibits high hardness, chemical resistance, and neutron absorption. Common in nuclear applications and ballistic protection. Chemical Formula : B₄C CAS No. : 12069-32-8 Appearance : -
Used as a high-temperature lubricant and dielectric material. Exhibits excellent thermal conductivity and oxidation resistance. Serves in electronic substrates, ceramics, and cosmetics. Chemical Formula : BN CAS No. : 10043-11-5 Appearance : -
Used in cadmium plating baths, pigments, and batteries. Provides intense color in ceramic glazes. Serves as a catalyst in polymerization and organic synthesis. Chemical Formula : CdO CAS No. : 1306-19-0 Appearance : -
Chromium Oxide is a highly insoluble thermally stable Chromium source suitable for glass, optic and ceramic applications. Chromium oxide is a green, hygroscopic solid found in nature as the rare mineral eskolaite. Oxide compounds are not conductive to electricity. However, certain perovskite structured oxides are electronically conductive finding application in the cathode of solid oxide fuel cells and oxygen generation systems. They are compounds containing at least one oxygen anion and one metallic cation. They are typically insoluble in aqueous solutions (water) and extremely stable making them useful in ceramic structures as simple as producing clay bowls to advanced electronics and in light weight structural components in aerospace and electrochemical applicatioHigh Purity (99.999%) Chromium Oxide (Cr2O3) Powderns such as fuel cells in which they exhibit ionic conductivity. Metal oxide compounds are basic anhydrides and can therefore react with acids and with strong reducing agents in redox reactions. Chromium Oxide is also available in pellets, pieces, powder, sputtering targets, tablets, and nanopowder (from Venice Chemicals' nanoscale production facilities). Chromium Oxide is generally immediately available in most volumes. High purity, submicron and nanopowder forms may be considered. Additional technical, research and safety (Venice Chemicals) information is available. Chemical Formula : Cr2O3 CAS No. : 1308-38-9 Appearance : Green powder or crystals
Cobalt carbonate is a pinkish-purple powder used as an intermediate in the hydrometallurgical purification of cobalt from its ores. Cobalt carbonate is furthermore used as a microelement in the animal feed industry as well as raw material in the production of pigments, in particular to get different shades of blue. Out of many other uses also the petrochemical industry is making use of Cobalt Carbonate due to it great capacaties to act as catalyst in their purifying process. Chemical Formula : CoCO3 CAS No. : 513-79-1 Appearance : Odorless pink-purple powder
Cobalt oxide is a sought-after blue colorant, imparting enduring and vibrant blue shades to glass, ceramics, and enamels.It also serves as a catalyst,expediting vital chemical reactions including oxidation and hydrogenation. Furthermore, cobalt oxide plays a crucial role as a cathode material in lithium-ion batteries, elevating energy density and overall battery performance. Due to its magnetic properties it is as well utilized in the production of magnetic materials with dierse applications. Chemical Formula : Co3O4 CAS No. : 1308-06-1 Appearance : Grey to black powder
Copper monoxide is applied in different markets: feed industry as oligo-element, catalyst, raw material for pigments and metal surface treatment. Chemical Formula : CuO CAS No. : 1317-38-0 Appearance : Black powder
Used as a pigment in coatings, ceramics, and construction materials. Provides strong color stability and UV resistance. Also serves as a polishing and magnetic material in electronics. Chemical Formula : Fe₂O₃ CAS No. : 1309-37-1 Appearance : -
Used in battery cathodes, glass, and ceramics. Improves melting properties and durability in enamels. Also applied in pharmaceuticals and as a precursor for lithium compounds. Chemical Formula : Li₂CO₃ CAS No. : 554-13-2 Appearance : -
Nickel Oxide is a highly insoluble thermally stable Nickel source suitable for glass, optic and ceramic applications. Nickel oxide is a green crystalline solid and the primary oxide of nickel. Although it is rare in nature, several million kilograms are producedHigh Purity (99.999%) Nickel Oxide (NiO) Powder annually. Oxide compounds are not conductive to electricity. However, certain perovskite structured oxides are electronically conductive finding application in the cathode of solid oxide fuel cells and oxygen generation systems. They are compounds containing at least one oxygen anion and one metallic cation. They are typically insoluble in aqueous solutions (water) and extremely stable making them useful in ceramic structures as simple as producing clay bowls to advancedelectronics and in light weight structural components in aerospace and electrochemical applications such as fuel cells in which they exhibit ionic conductivity. Metal oxide compounds are basic anhydrides and can therefore react with acids and with strong reducing agents in redox reactions. Nickel Oxide is also available in pellets, pieces, powder, sputtering targets, tablets, and nanopowder (from Venice Chemicals nanoscale production facilities). Nickel Oxide is generally immediately available in most volumes. High purity, submicron and nanopowder forms may be considered. Additional technical, research and safety (MSDS) information is available. Chemical Formula : NiO CAS No. : 1313-99-1 Appearance : Nickel Oxide black has a black color and is usually in the form of a coarser powder or granules.
Used as an alkali in glass, ceramics, and fertilizers. Regulates pH and improves melting characteristics. Also serves in detergents and chemical synthesis. Chemical Formula : K₂CO₃ CAS No. : 584-08-7 Appearance : -
Water-softening and sequestrant agent used in detergents and food processing. Prevents scale formation in industrial water systems. Also used in ceramics and metal pretreatments. Chemical Formula : (NaPO₃)₆ CAS No. : 68915-31-1 Appearance : -
Superhard ceramic used in cutting tools, armor, and coatings. Provides high conductivity and thermal stability. Also used in wear-resistant and composite materials. Chemical Formula : TiB₂ CAS No. : 12045-63-5 Appearance : -
Venice Chemicals specializes in producing high purity Tungsten Carbide Powder with the smallest possible average grain sizes for use in preparation of pressed and bonded sputtering targets and in Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) processes including Thermal and Electron Beam (E-Beam) Evaporation, Low Temperature Organic Evaporation, Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD), Metallic-Organic and Chemical Vapor Deposition (MOCVD). Powders are also useful in any application where high surface areas are desired such as water treatment and in fuel cell and solar applications. Nanoparticles also produce very high surface areas. Our standard powder particle sizes average in the range of - 325 mesh, - 100 mesh, 10-50 microns and submicron (less then 1 micron). We can also provide many materials in the nanoscale range. Chemical Formula : WC CAS No. : 12070-12-1 Appearance : Odorless gray/black powder
Tungsten Titanium Carbide is generally immediately available in most volumes. Ultra high purity, high purity, submicron and nanopowder forms may be considered. Venice Chemicals produces to many standard grades when applicable, including Mil Spec (military grade); ACS, Reagent and Technical Grade; Food, Agricultural and Pharmaceutical Grade; Optical Grade, USP and EP/BP (European Pharmacopoeia/British Pharmacopoeia) and follows applicable ASTM testing standards. Typical and custom packaging is available. Additional technical, research and safety (Venice Chemicals) information is available as is a Reference Calculator for converting relevant units of measurement. Chemical Formula : WTiC CAS No. : 39377-63-4 Appearance : Odorless gray/black powder
Hard refractory material used in coatings, cutting tools, and wear-resistant alloys. Provides high hardness and stability. Also used in catalyst and steel manufacturing. Chemical Formula : VC CAS No. : 12070-10-9 Appearance : -
Ultra-hard ceramic used in high-temperature coatings and cutting tools. Exhibits excellent thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance. Also used in aerospace and nuclear applications. Chemical Formula : ZrC CAS No. : 12070-14-3 Appearance : -
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