Description

Rhenium(III) Iodide is a high-purity inorganic compound with the CAS number 15622-42-1. This material is a critical precursor in advanced materials science and catalysis, valued for its role in synthesizing specialized rhenium complexes and thin films. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the semiconductor, chemical vapor deposition (CVD), and specialty chemical catalyst industries.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): A key precursor for depositing rhenium-containing thin films in semiconductor and electronic device fabrication.
• Catalysis Research: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing novel organometallic catalysts used in organic synthesis and petrochemical processes.
• Materials Science: Used in the development of new inorganic materials and coordination polymers with unique electrical or magnetic properties.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed as a high-purity reagent for research and development in inorganic and organometallic chemistry.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: An intermediate in the production of other rhenium compounds and complexes for specialized applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhenium(III) Iodide
CAS No.	15622-42-1
Molecular Formula	ReI3
Molecular Weight	566.92 g/mol
Synonyms	Rhenium triiodide; Triiodorhenium; Rhenium iodide (ReI3); Rhenium(3+) triiodide; Rhenium iodide, black; Rhenium(3+) iodide
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Quality Control

Our Rhenium(III) Iodide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including assay (Re content) and trace metal analysis, is provided to guarantee the material meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic nature, it is recommended to handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a desiccator to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Long-term storage at 2-8°C is advised.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Black crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR / XRD)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Rhenium content)	≥ 98.0%
Trace Metals (ICP-MS)	≤ 1000 ppm total
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 1.0%

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