Description

Gadolinium (III) Acetylacetonate Hydrate is a coordination compound of the rare earth metal gadolinium with the acetylacetonate ligand. This material is a crucial precursor in advanced materials science and catalysis, valued for its paramagnetic properties and role in forming high-purity gadolinium-containing oxides. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, chemical synthesis, and nanotechnology sectors for developing specialized catalysts, luminescent materials, and chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Precursor: A key starting material for depositing gadolinium oxide (Gd₂O₃) thin films in semiconductor and optical coating applications.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Nanomaterial Fabrication: Used in the sol-gel and other wet-chemical processes to synthesize gadolinium-based nanoparticles and nanocomposites.
• Research & Development: An essential reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new magnetic, optical, and catalytic materials.
• Dopant for Luminescent Materials: Can be employed as a dopant in the preparation of phosphors and other luminescent compounds.
• MRI Contrast Agent Research: Investigated in research settings for potential applications in developing next-generation magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) contrast agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gadolinium (III) Acetylacetonate Hydrate
CAS No.	14284-87-8
Molecular Formula	C15H21GdO6 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	436.61 (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Gadolinium tris(acetylacetonate) hydrate; Tris(2,4-pentanedionato)gadolinium(III) hydrate; Gadolinium(III) 2,4-pentanedionate hydrate; Gd(acac)3 • xH2O; Gadolinium acetylacetonate; Gadolinium triacetylacetonate
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Quality Control

Our Gadolinium (III) Acetylacetonate Hydrate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, trace metal analysis, and identification, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Gd2O3 basis)	≥ 99.9%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents

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