Description

Bis(2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-Heptanedionato)Nickel(II) is a high-purity, organometallic coordination compound widely used as a precursor in advanced material synthesis. This compound matters for its role in depositing uniform, high-quality nickel-containing films via chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, catalysis, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-performance metal-organic sources. The CAS number for this material is 14481-08-4.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): A key precursor for depositing nickel, nickel oxide, or nickel alloy thin films on substrates for microelectronics and semiconductor devices.
• Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): Used in the precise, layer-by-layer growth of nickel-based films for advanced nanotechnology and memory device applications.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a starting material or catalyst component in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Nanomaterial Production: A vital reagent in the sol-gel synthesis of nickel oxide nanoparticles and other nanostructured materials.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for developing new materials, coatings, and catalytic systems.
• Surface Modification: Used to create functional nickel-containing coatings on various materials to alter surface properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-Heptanedionato)Nickel(II)
CAS No.	14481-08-4
Molecular Formula	C22H38NiO4
Molecular Weight	425.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Nickel(II) 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-3,5-heptanedionate; Nickel bis(2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-3,5-heptanedionate); Ni(TMHD)2; Ni(thd)2; Nickel(II) dipivaloylmethanate; Bis(dipivaloylmethanato)nickel(II); Nickel acetylacetonate derivative; Organonickel compound
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Quality Control

Our Bis(2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-Heptanedionato)Nickel(II) is produced under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive applications like CVD/ALD. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical techniques including NMR, FT-IR, and elemental analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, metal content, and impurity profiles 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, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) when appropriate to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Ni content)	≥ 99.0% (typical)
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 99.5%
Melting Point	~245-250 °C (dec.)
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents

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