Description

Cesium Tetrachloroaluminate is an inorganic salt compound consisting of cesium cations and tetrachloroaluminate anions. This specialized material is valued for its role as a precursor and catalyst in advanced inorganic synthesis and materials science research. It is primarily utilized by researchers and industrial chemists working in the development of novel catalysts, ionic liquids, and specialty aluminum-containing compounds.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing Lewis acid catalysts used in organic transformations, such as Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation reactions.
• Ionic Liquid Synthesis: A key component in the preparation of chloroaluminate-based ionic liquids for electrochemical applications and green chemistry processes.
• Materials Science Research: Used in the development of novel inorganic materials and complexes, particularly those involving aluminum halide chemistry.
• Specialty Reagent: Employed as a specialized reagent in laboratories for the introduction of the tetrachloroaluminate anion into molecular systems.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for potential use as an additive or component in advanced battery electrolyte formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cesium Tetrachloroaluminate
CAS No.	17992-03-9
Molecular Formula	CsAlCl4
Molecular Weight	352.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Cesium Aluminum Chloride; Tetrachloroaluminate Cesium Salt; Cesium Chloroaluminate; Cesium Aluminium Tetrachloride; CsAlCl4; Aluminum Cesium Chloride (AlCl4Cs)
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Quality Control

Our Cesium Tetrachloroaluminate is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure high chemical purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to ensure compliance with your research and development requirements.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (CsAlCl4)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %

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