PbCl2, or lead(II) chloride, is an inorganic compound composed of lead and chlorine. It appears as a white solid and is slightly soluble in water. PbCl2 is commonly used in various applications, including the production of lead-based pigments and in the synthesis of other lead compounds. In addition to its industrial uses, PbCl2 has significance in chemistry as a reagent. It can be formed by reacting lead(II) nitrate with hydrochloric acid. Due to the toxicity of lead, handling PbCl2 requires caution to avoid health risks associated with lead exposure.