Description

Chromium(III) Trifluoroacetate is an inorganic coordination compound where chromium is in the +3 oxidation state, coordinated with trifluoroacetate ligands. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile precursor in advanced materials synthesis and catalysis, offering a source of both chromium and fluorine. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of specialty chemical synthesis, materials science, and as a catalyst component for specific organic transformations.

Application

• Precursor for Chromium-Containing Thin Films and Coatings: Used in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes.
• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Acts as a Lewis acid catalyst for fluorination reactions or other transformations where a stable chromium source is required.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing novel coordination polymers or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Specialty Reagent in Fluorine Chemistry: Provides a trifluoroacetate group for introducing fluorine into target molecules.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to impart specific surface properties to materials.
• Laboratory Chemical for Analytical Standards: Employed in calibrating instruments or developing analytical methods for chromium detection.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Chromium(III) Trifluoroacetate
CAS No.	16712-29-1
Molecular Formula	C6CrF9O6 (commonly as Cr(CF3COO)3)
Molecular Weight	~ 418.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Chromium Trifluoroacetate; Trifluoroacetic Acid Chromium(III) Salt; Chromium(3+) Trifluoroacetate; Chromium Tri(trifluoroacetate); Chromium(III) Tri(trifluoroacetate); Cr(TFA)3; Chromium Trifluoroacetate (III)
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Quality Control

Our Chromium(III) Trifluoroacetate is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) for metal purity, titration for assay, and FT-IR for identification. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to meet rigorous research and industrial standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) when not in use to prevent degradation. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green to blue-green solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Chromium content)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (ICP-OES)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in polar organic solvents

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