Description

Molybdenum (VI) Tetrachloride Oxide is a high-purity inorganic compound primarily used as a versatile precursor in advanced materials synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a source of molybdenum and chlorine in controlled chemical reactions, enabling the production of specialized catalysts and thin-film coatings. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the chemical, electronics, and surface treatment sectors seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A key starting material for synthesizing molybdenum-based catalysts used in petrochemical refining and organic synthesis.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Serves as a volatile source for depositing molybdenum-containing thin films on semiconductors and electronic components.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a chlorinating and oxidizing agent in the preparation of other molybdenum complexes and organometallic compounds.
• Surface Treatment: Used in processes to modify surface properties of metals and alloys for enhanced performance.
• Research & Development: A critical reagent in academic and industrial labs for exploring new materials and reaction pathways.
• Ceramic and Glass Manufacturing: Acts as a doping agent to alter the electrical or optical properties of ceramic and glass materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Molybdenum (VI) Tetrachloride Oxide
CAS No.	13814-75-0
Molecular Formula	MoOCl4 or MoO2Cl2 (Contact for details)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Molybdenum Oxytetrachloride; Molybdenum Oxide Chloride; Molybdenyl Chloride; Oxotetrachloromolybdenum; Tetrachlorooxomolybdenum; Molybdenum(VI) Oxychloride; Molybdenum Dioxydichloride; MoOCl4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Molybdenum (VI) Tetrachloride Oxide is manufactured under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistency and meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, store under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep away from incompatible materials like strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (MoOCl4)	≥ 98.0%
Chloride Content	Contact for details
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.5%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1%

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