Description

Barium 2,4-Pentanedionate is a coordination compound where barium is chelated by two 2,4-pentanedionate (acetylacetonate) ligands. This compound serves as a crucial precursor in materials science, valued for its role in the synthesis of advanced ceramics, thin films, and specialty catalysts. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and R&D departments in the electronics, chemical vapor deposition (CVD), and specialty chemical industries seeking high-purity metal-organic sources.

Application

• Precursor for Barium-Containing Thin Films: A key starting material in Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) processes for producing barium titanate and other ferroelectric or dielectric films used in electronics.
• Ceramic and Glass Manufacturing: Used in the sol-gel synthesis of advanced ceramics and specialty glasses, where it acts as a homogeneous source of barium oxide.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in various organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for developing new materials, including superconductors and nanocomposites.
• Additive in Fuels and Lubricants: Functions as a combustion catalyst or stabilizer in certain high-performance formulations.
• Phosphor Production: Used in the manufacture of certain luminescent materials and phosphors.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Barium 2,4-Pentanedionate
CAS No.	12084-29-6
Molecular Formula	C10H14BaO4
Molecular Weight	311.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Barium acetylacetonate; Barium bis(2,4-pentanedionate); Barium bis(acetylacetonate); Barium diacetylacetonate; Barium(2+) bis(2,4-pentanedionate); Barium(II) acetylacetonate; Barium β-diketonate
EINECS	235-270-0

Quality Control

Our Barium 2,4-Pentanedionate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, metal content analysis, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for advanced material synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and trace metal content are available for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed and may require storage under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Barium Content)	≥ 44.0 % (as Ba)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %

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