Description

Molybdenum(IV) Oxide is a high-purity inorganic compound with the chemical formula MoO₂. This material is valued for its role as a critical precursor and catalyst in advanced material synthesis and industrial chemical processes. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, energy, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for performance-driven applications.

Application

• Catalyst and Catalyst Support: Used in selective oxidation and hydrogenation reactions within the petrochemical and fine chemical industries.
• Electrode Material: Serves as a component in battery and supercapacitor research for energy storage solutions.
• Ceramic and Glass Manufacturing: Imparts specific coloration and modifies thermal and electrical properties in specialty glasses and ceramics.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a precursor for depositing molybdenum or molybdenum oxide thin films in semiconductor and coating applications.
• Lubricant Additive: Enhances the performance and thermal stability of high-temperature lubricants and greases.
• Research & Development: A key starting material in academic and industrial labs for synthesizing novel molybdenum-based compounds and nanomaterials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Molybdenum(IV) Oxide
CAS No.	18868-43-4
Molecular Formula	MoO₂
Molecular Weight	127.94 g/mol
Synonyms	Molybdenum Dioxide; Molybdenum Oxide (MoO₂); Dioxomolybdenum; Molybdic Oxide (MoO₂); Molybdenum(4+) Oxide; Molybdenum Oxide, Brown; Molybdenum(IV) Dioxide
EINECS	242-637-9

Quality Control

Our Molybdenum(IV) Oxide is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to black crystalline powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to structure
Assay (MoO₂)	≥ 99.0%
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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