Description

Zinc Acetylacetonate Hydrate is a coordination compound where zinc is chelated by acetylacetonate ligands, commonly utilized as a versatile precursor in materials science and catalysis. Its value lies in providing a thermally decomposable source of zinc oxide, enabling precise control over material properties in advanced manufacturing processes. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, polymer, and specialty chemical industries seeking high-purity metal-organic compounds for thin-film deposition, cross-linking agents, and catalyst synthesis.

Application

• Precursor for Zinc Oxide (ZnO) Thin Films: Used in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes for semiconductors, transparent conductive oxides, and sensors.
• Cross-linking Agent for Polymers: Serves as a catalyst or co-catalyst in the curing of silicone resins and other polymers, improving thermal stability and mechanical properties.
• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Acts as a Lewis acid catalyst in various organic reactions, including Diels-Alder cycloadditions and esterification.
• Additive in Fuel and Lubricants: Functions as a combustion catalyst or anti-wear additive in specialized formulations.
• Component in Nanomaterial Synthesis: A key starting material for the sol-gel production of zinc oxide nanoparticles and other nanostructures.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for developing new catalytic systems and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc Acetylacetonate Hydrate
CAS No.	108503-47-5
Molecular Formula	C10H14O4Zn • xH2O
Molecular Weight	263.61 g/mol (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Zinc(II) acetylacetonate hydrate; Zinc 2,4-pentanedionate hydrate; Zn(acac)2 hydrate; Bis(acetylacetonato)zinc hydrate; Zinc bis(2,4-pentanedionate) hydrate; Zinc diketonate hydrate; Zn(AA)2 hydrate
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Quality Control

Our Zinc Acetylacetonate Hydrate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and high purity, meeting the specifications required for advanced industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee reliable performance and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Zinc content)	Min. 24.0%
Purity (HPLC)	Min. 98.0%
Loss on Drying	Max. 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 20 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	Max. 0.01%
Sulfate (SO4)	Max. 0.01%

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