Description

Ceric Sulfate Hydrate is a powerful oxidizing agent in its tetravalent cerium form. This compound is valued for its strong and selective oxidative properties in both aqueous and organic media, making it a critical reagent for controlled oxidation reactions. It is primarily utilized in research laboratories, analytical chemistry, and industrial synthesis processes where a potent, inorganic oxidant is required.

Application

• Organic Synthesis: As a selective oxidizing agent for alcohols, phenols, and other functional groups.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used in titrimetric (cerimetry) analysis for the determination of reducing agents like ferrous ions, oxalates, and arsenites.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Acts as an initiator or catalyst in certain polymerization reactions.
• Textile & Dye Industry: Employed in oxidation processes for dyeing and finishing of textiles.
• Electronics & Ceramics: Used in the preparation of specialty ceramics and electronic materials.
• Research & Development: A key reagent in chemical research for developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ceric Sulfate Hydrate
CAS No.	123333-60-8
Molecular Formula	Ce(SO4)2 · xH2O
Molecular Weight	Contact for details (Anhydrous: 332.24 g/mol)
Synonyms	Cerium(IV) sulfate hydrate; Ceric sulphate; Cerium disulfate hydrate; Cerium persulfate; Cerium tetrasulfate hydrate; Ce(SO4)2; Cerimetry standard
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ceric Sulfate Hydrate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product is tested to meet relevant industry standards for reagent-grade chemicals. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air and moisture should be avoided to maintain stability and efficacy.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange-yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Ce(SO4)2)	≥ 98.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005 %
Nitrate (NO3)	≤ 0.01 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.002 %
Other Rare Earths	≤ 0.5 %
Water (Loss on Drying)	Contact for details

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