Description

Cesium Hydroxide is a powerful inorganic base, commercially significant for its high solubility and strong alkalinity. It is a critical reagent in specialized chemical synthesis and advanced material manufacturing, offering unique reactivity compared to other alkali metal hydroxides. This compound is essential for researchers and industrial producers in the fields of catalysis, electronics, and fine chemical production who require a high-purity, reactive cesium source.

Application

• Catalyst Synthesis: A key precursor in the preparation of cesium-based catalysts used in organic transformations, such as aldol condensations and esterifications.
• Electrolyte Production: Used in the formulation of advanced electrolytes for fuel cells and other electrochemical devices.
• Specialty Glass & Optics: Employed in the production of high-refractive-index optical glasses and radiation-sensitive scintillation crystals.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of various cesium salts, including carbonates, formates, and acetates.
• Petroleum Industry: Utilized as an additive in drilling fluids to stabilize clay formations and control viscosity.
• Research & Development: A vital reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cesium Hydroxide
CAS No.	12182-83-1
Molecular Formula	CsOH
Molecular Weight	149.91 g/mol
Synonyms	Cesium hydrate; Caesium hydroxide; Cesium(I) hydroxide; Cesium monohydroxide; Caesium(I) hydroxide; Caesium hydrate
EINECS	235-351-8

Quality Control

Our Cesium Hydroxide is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise purity and compositional specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly hygroscopic nature, the product must be stored in a cool, dry place with minimal exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term stability, storage under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen in a sealed container is strongly recommended. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic compounds.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or pellets
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (CsOH)	≥ 99.0%
Assay (CsOH·H2O)	≥ 85.0% (for monohydrate form)
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.002%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.0005%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.0005%
Potassium (K)	≤ 0.1%
Sodium (Na)	≤ 0.1%

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