Description

Cerium Perchlorate is an inorganic salt of cerium and perchloric acid, known for its role as a potent oxidizing agent and catalyst precursor. Its unique redox properties make it valuable in advanced synthetic chemistry and materials science applications. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in sectors such as catalysis, specialty chemical synthesis, and electronic materials processing.

Application

• Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in organic oxidation reactions and polymerization processes.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized oxidizing agent in the synthesis of fine chemicals and complex organic molecules.
• Materials Science: Used in the preparation of cerium-containing ceramic precursors, coatings, and advanced inorganic materials.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying redox chemistry and lanthanide compound behavior.
• Electrolyte Systems: Investigated for use in specialized electrochemical applications and battery research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cerium Perchlorate
CAS No.	14017-47-1
Molecular Formula	Ce(ClO4)3 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	Contact for details (Anhydrous: 437.47 g/mol)
Synonyms	Cerium(III) perchlorate; Perchloric acid, cerium(3+) salt; Cerium triperchlorate; Cerous perchlorate; UNII-4R8TJA8H25; Cerium perchlorate hydrate; Cerium perchlorate solution
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cerium Perchlorate is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including titration for assay and spectroscopic methods for identification and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and other critical parameters is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic and oxidizing nature, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a dedicated cabinet for oxidizing agents. Maintain storage temperature between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Cerium content)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	Contact for details
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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