Description

Gold Hydroxide is an inorganic compound of gold, typically appearing as a brownish-yellow powder or gelatinous precipitate. This material is a key precursor in the synthesis of other gold compounds and catalysts, valued for its controlled reactivity and purity. It is primarily utilized in research and development, specialty chemical manufacturing, and the electronics industry for applications requiring high-purity gold sources.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of gold-based catalysts for oxidation reactions and fine chemical synthesis.
• Electronics & Nanomaterials: Serves as a starting material for producing gold nanoparticles, conductive inks, and thin films for electronic components.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a reagent in laboratories for developing new gold coordination complexes and studying gold chemistry.
• Specialty Pigments & Glass: Used in the formulation of specialty pigments, ceramic glazes, and glass coloring agents.
• Medical & Diagnostic Reagents: Acts as an intermediate in the preparation of certain diagnostic reagents and research compounds.
• Surface Plating & Modification: Applied in experimental processes for surface activation and the deposition of gold layers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gold Hydroxide
CAS No.	1303-52-2
Molecular Formula	Au(OH)3
Molecular Weight	247.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Gold(III) hydroxide; Auric hydroxide; Gold trihydroxide; Gold hydroxide (Au(OH)3); Hydroxygold; Aurum hydroxide
EINECS	215-122-1

Quality Control

Our Gold Hydroxide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed for key parameters including assay and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing these results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 should be kept away from strong acids and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brownish-yellow to dark brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Au)	≥ 75.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.5 %
Nitrate (NO3)	≤ 0.5 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.5 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 1.0 %

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