Description

Ammonium Cerium(III) Nitrate Tetrahydrate is a versatile inorganic salt of cerium, widely utilized as a selective oxidizing agent and catalyst in organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a stable, water-soluble source of trivalent cerium ions for controlled redox reactions. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories, chemical manufacturers, and industries involved in advanced material synthesis and fine chemical production.

Application

• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: A key reagent for the oxidation of alcohols to carbonyl compounds and in various cerium-mediated coupling reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules where selective oxidation under mild conditions is required.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for depositing cerium oxide (ceria) films and coatings, which have applications in optics, electronics, and corrosion protection.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a standard or reagent in titrimetric analysis and other quantitative analytical methods.
• Ceramic & Glass Manufacturing: Acts as a doping agent or colorant to modify the properties of specialty glasses and ceramics.
• Research & Development: Fundamental for exploring new catalytic cycles and reaction methodologies in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium Cerium(III) Nitrate Tetrahydrate
CAS No.	15318-60-2
Molecular Formula	H20CeN7O18 or (NH4)2[Ce(NO3)5]·4H2O
Molecular Weight	632.55 g/mol (Tetrahydrate)
Synonyms	Ammonium Cerous Nitrate Tetrahydrate; Cerium Ammonium Nitrate Tetrahydrate; CAN; Ammonium Pentanitratocerate(1-) Tetrahydrate; Diammonium Pentanitratocerate(1-) Tetrahydrate; Cerium(III) Ammonium Nitrate Tetrahydrate; Ammonium Hexanitratocerate(IV) (common misnomer); (NH4)2Ce(NO3)5·4H2O
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Quality Control

Our Ammonium Cerium(III) Nitrate Tetrahydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing for identity, purity, and assay to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under dry conditions. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange-yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Ce as CeO2)	≥ 99.0%
Purity (by Titration)	≥ 98.5%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001%
Water Content (KF)	10.0 - 12.0% (Theoretical: 11.38%)

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