Description

Perrhenic Acid is a high-purity inorganic compound of significant industrial and research importance. As a strong acid and a key source of rhenium, it serves as a critical precursor in catalysis and advanced materials synthesis. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the petrochemical, electronics, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality rhenium chemistry.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A vital starting material for synthesizing high-performance rhenium-based catalysts used in petroleum refining, including catalytic reforming and dehydrogenation processes.
• Electroplating & Surface Coating: Used in electroplating baths to deposit rhenium and rhenium alloy coatings, enhancing wear resistance, corrosion protection, and thermal stability of components.
• Electronic Materials: Employed in the production of thin films, semiconductors, and superconducting materials for advanced electronic and thermoelectric applications.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent and catalyst in organic synthesis and for the preparation of other rhenium salts and coordination complexes.
• Research & Development: Serves as a fundamental material in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new catalytic systems and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Perrhenic Acid
CAS No.	13768-11-1
Molecular Formula	HReO₄
Molecular Weight	251.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Rhenic Acid; Hydrogen Perrhenate; Rhenium(VII) Oxide Monohydrate; Rhenium Heptoxide Monohydrate; Re2O7·H2O; Perrhenic(VII) Acid; HReO4; Rhenium Oxide Hydrate
EINECS	237-377-3

Quality Control

Our Perrhenic Acid is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profiles, and physical properties to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and a strong acid; ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as HReO₄)	≥ 99.9%
Rhenium (Re) Content	≥ 74.0%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 10 ppm
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 20 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 5 ppm
Specific Gravity (20°C)	~2.0 - 2.2

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