Description

Cadmium Chloride is an essential inorganic salt with significant utility in specialized industrial and research processes. Its high reactivity and specific properties make it a critical precursor in the synthesis of other cadmium compounds and advanced materials. This product is primarily sought by manufacturers and research institutions in the chemical synthesis, electroplating, and pigment production sectors for its consistent quality and reliable performance.

Application

• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Used as a key component in cadmium electroplating baths to provide corrosion-resistant coatings on steel and other metals.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a fundamental precursor for the production of other cadmium salts, stabilizers, and complex compounds.
• Pigment & Dye Manufacturing: Employed in the creation of certain cadmium-based pigments, notably cadmium sulfoselenides, for vibrant yellows, oranges, and reds.
• Photovoltaic & Semiconductor Research: Acts as a cadmium source in the laboratory-scale development of thin-film solar cells (e.g., CdTe) and semiconductor materials.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a reagent in various analytical procedures and laboratory experiments.
• Catalyst Preparation: Functions as a starting material in the formulation of specific catalysts for organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cadmium Chloride
CAS No.	10108-64-2
Molecular Formula	CdCl2
Molecular Weight	183.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Cadmium dichloride; Cadmium(II) chloride; Caddy; Dichlorocadmium; Kadmiumchlorid (German); Cloreto de cádmio (Portuguese); Cloruro de cadmio (Spanish)
EINECS	233-296-7

Quality Control

Our Cadmium Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, heavy metal content, and loss on drying. Our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous demands of industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (CdCl2)	≥ 99.0 %
pH (5% solution)	4.0 - 6.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001 %
Lead (Pb)	≤ 0.001 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.