Description

Uranyl Acetylacetonate is a coordination complex of uranium in the +6 oxidation state with acetylacetone ligands. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile precursor in materials science and nuclear chemistry, offering a soluble and thermally decomposable source of uranium. It is primarily utilized by researchers and industrial developers working on advanced ceramic materials, nuclear fuel cycles, and specialized catalysts.

Application

• Precursor for the synthesis of uranium oxide (UO2 and U3O8) nanoparticles and thin films via sol-gel or chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes.
• Starting material in the development of advanced nuclear fuels and targets for transmutation studies.
• Catalyst or catalyst precursor in selective organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Key reagent in analytical chemistry for the extraction and spectrophotometric determination of uranium.
• Component in the fabrication of luminescent materials and phosphors.
• Used in fundamental coordination chemistry research to study f-block metal-ligand interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Uranyl Acetylacetonate
CAS No.	18039-69-5
Molecular Formula	UO2(C5H7O2)2 • (C5H8O2)
Molecular Weight	548.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Uranium(VI) acetylacetonate; Uranyl bis(acetylacetonate) dihydrate; Uranyl 2,4-pentanedionate; Uranyl acac; Bis(acetylacetonato)dioxouranium(VI); Uranium oxide bis(2,4-pentanedionate); UO2(acac)2•H2O
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Quality Control

Our Uranyl Acetylacetonate is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance 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). Due to its light-sensitive nature, minimize exposure during handling. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Uranium Content)	≥ 43.0 % (by titration)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %

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