Description

Rhodium (III) Bromide is an inorganic compound of the platinum group metal rhodium, primarily used as a precursor in catalysis and materials synthesis. This high-purity compound is critical for applications requiring precise stoichiometry and controlled reactivity. It serves as a valuable starting material for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of homogeneous catalysis, chemical vapor deposition (CVD), and advanced material development.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a key starting material for synthesizing homogeneous catalysts used in hydrogenation, hydroformylation, and other organic transformations.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used as a source material for depositing thin films of rhodium or rhodium-containing compounds onto substrates for electronic and optical applications.
• Materials Research: Employed in the synthesis of novel coordination complexes and organometallic compounds for academic and industrial R&D.
• Surface Modification: Acts as a reagent for surface functionalization and the creation of specialized catalytic surfaces.
• Electroplating: Potential use in specialized electroplating baths for depositing rhodium coatings.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard and reagent in inorganic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhodium (III) Bromide
CAS No.	123333-87-9
Molecular Formula	Br3Rh
Molecular Weight	342.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Rhodium Tribromide; Tribromorhodium; Rhodium Bromide; Rhodium(3+) tribromide; Rhodium bromide (RhBr3); Bromorhodium
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Quality Control

Our Rhodium (III) Bromide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure high chemical purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with every shipment to ensure compliance with your research and production specifications.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Rh content)	≥ 99.9% (metal basis)
Purity (RhBr3)	≥ 99%
Solubility	Soluble in water, slightly soluble in organic solvents

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