Description

Samarium Bromide Hexahydrate is a versatile inorganic salt of the rare earth element samarium, widely utilized as a precursor in advanced material synthesis and organic transformations. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a highly effective Lewis acid catalyst, particularly in specialized cross-coupling and reduction reactions where selectivity is paramount. This compound is essential for R&D and production within the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and materials science industries, where it enables the development of novel compounds and high-performance materials.

Application

• Catalysis in Organic Synthesis: Acts as a powerful Lewis acid catalyst for key reactions including Reformatsky-type reactions, Barbier reactions, and pinacol couplings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially where samarium(II) iodide chemistry is required.
• Materials Science Research: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of samarium-doped glasses, ceramics, and phosphors with specific optical or magnetic properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the preparation of specialty chemicals, fragrances, and other high-value organic compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for exploring new methodologies in synthetic organic chemistry and inorganic material fabrication.

Basic Information

Product Name	Samarium Bromide Hexahydrate
CAS No.	13517-12-9
Molecular Formula	SmBr3·6H2O
Molecular Weight	498.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Samarium(III) bromide hexahydrate; Tribromosamarium hexahydrate; Samarium tribromide hexahydrate; SmBr3·6H2O; Samarium bromide (SmBr3) hexahydrate; Samarium(3+) bromide hexahydrate
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Quality Control

Our Samarium Bromide Hexahydrate is manufactured under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistent purity and performance. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that include results for assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous demands of research and industrial-scale applications, ensuring reliable supply and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept in a cool, dry place. For long-term stability, storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a desiccator is recommended. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to yellow-orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (SmBr3·6H2O)	≥ 99.0%
Assay (Samarium, Sm)	≥ 29.0%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	20.0 - 23.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.05%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.05%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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