Description

Hafnium Dichloride Oxide is an important inorganic compound of hafnium, serving as a versatile precursor in advanced materials synthesis. Its value lies in providing a controlled source of hafnium for high-performance applications where purity and reactivity are critical. This product is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in the semiconductor, specialty ceramics, and catalyst development industries.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): A key precursor for depositing hafnium oxide (HfO₂) high-k dielectric films in semiconductor fabrication.
• Advanced Ceramics: Used in the synthesis of hafnium-based ceramics and composites for high-temperature and structural applications.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for preparing catalysts used in organic synthesis and petrochemical processes.
• Optical Coatings: A raw material for producing thin films with specific refractive indices for optical components.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new materials, including metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other coordination polymers.
• Specialty Glass Manufacturing: Used to modify the properties of glasses, such as increasing refractive index or radiation resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hafnium Dichloride Oxide
CAS No.	14456-34-9
Molecular Formula	HfCl₂O
Molecular Weight	281.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Hafnium Oxychloride; Hafnyl Chloride; Dichlorooxohafnium; Hafnium Oxide Dichloride; Oxohafnium(IV) Dichloride; HfOCl₂; Hafnium(IV) Oxychloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hafnium Dichloride Oxide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) and X-ray Diffraction (XRD), for comprehensive characterization. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and trace metal content is provided with each 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. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HfOCl₂ basis)	≥ 98.0 %
Trace Metals (ICP)	Contact for details
Chloride Content	Contact for details

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