Description

Cerium(IV) Sulfate Tetrahydrate is a high-purity inorganic salt of the rare earth element cerium in its +4 oxidation state. This compound serves as a powerful and selective oxidizing agent in organic synthesis and industrial catalysis. It is essential for manufacturers and research laboratories in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and electronics sectors requiring precise oxidation reactions.

Application

• Oxidizing Agent in Organic Synthesis: Used for the selective oxidation of alcohols to carbonyl compounds and in various other redox transformations.
• Catalyst and Catalyst Precursor: Employed in catalytic processes, including automotive exhaust catalysts and fine chemical manufacturing.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Acts as a titrant in cerimetric (cerium(IV)) titrations for quantitative analysis.
• Glass Polishing and Ceramics: A key component in polishing compounds for precision optical glass and in the production of specialized ceramics.
• Electronics and Semiconductor Industry: Used in the formulation of conductive pastes, capacitors, and other electronic materials.
• Water Treatment: Investigated for use in advanced oxidation processes for pollutant degradation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cerium(IV) Sulfate Tetrahydrate
CAS No.	10294-42-5
Molecular Formula	Ce(SO4)2 • 4H2O
Molecular Weight	404.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Ceric Sulfate Tetrahydrate; Cerium Disulfate Tetrahydrate; Cerium(4+) Sulfate Tetrahydrate; Cerium Tetrasulfate Tetrahydrate; Sulfuric Acid, Cerium(4+) Salt, Tetrahydrate; Cerium Peroxysulfate (historical); Ce(SO4)2.4H2O
EINECS	233-745-0

Quality Control

Our Cerium(IV) Sulfate Tetrahydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards for research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange-yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Ce(SO4)2·4H2O)	≥ 98.0 %
Assay (Ce4+)	≥ 24.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001 %
Nitrate (NO3)	≤ 0.01 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001 %
Other Rare Earths	≤ 0.1 %

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