Description

Rubidium Propionate is an inorganic salt of propionic acid, known for its unique chemical and catalytic properties. This compound is valued in advanced material synthesis and specialized chemical research for its role as a precursor and catalyst. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and academic research sectors for developing novel compounds and facilitating specific organic transformations.

Application

• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Acts as a base or catalyst in specialized organic reactions, including esterifications and condensations.
• Precursor for Advanced Materials: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing rubidium-based compounds used in electronics and optics.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and material properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring rubidium incorporation.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: A key component in producing high-purity chemicals for niche industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rubidium Propionate
CAS No.	19559-54-7
Molecular Formula	C3H5O2Rb
Molecular Weight	152.56 g/mol
Synonyms	Rubidium Propanoate; Propionic Acid Rubidium Salt; Rubidium Propionate Salt; Rubidium Propanoate Salt; Rubidium(1+) Propionate; EINECS 243-141-8
EINECS	243-141-8

Quality Control

Our Rubidium Propionate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We adhere to ISO 9001 quality management standards, and our products are suitable for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Rb Content)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.1%

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