Description

ZIF-68 is a highly porous, crystalline metal-organic framework (MOF) material belonging to the zeolitic imidazolate framework family, identified by CAS No. 1018477-09-2. Its unique cage-like structure and tunable pore size make it exceptionally valuable for advanced gas separation, selective adsorption, and heterogeneous catalysis applications. This material is critical for researchers and engineers in the chemical, petrochemical, and environmental technology sectors seeking innovative solutions for molecular sieving and gas storage.

Application

• Gas Separation & Purification: Selective adsorption of CO₂ from flue gas or natural gas streams, and separation of light hydrocarbons (e.g., ethylene/ethane, propylene/propane).
• Catalysis: Serving as a heterogeneous catalyst or catalyst support for organic transformations due to its high surface area and active metal sites.
• Sensing Technologies: Development of highly sensitive chemical sensors for detecting specific gases or volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
• Drug Delivery Systems: Potential use as a nanocarrier for controlled release of pharmaceutical agents, leveraging its biocompatibility and loading capacity.
• Hydrogen Storage: Research and development of materials for safe and efficient hydrogen storage in fuel cell applications.
• Environmental Remediation: Adsorption and removal of pollutants, heavy metals, or toxic gases from industrial wastewater and air.

Basic Information

Product Name	ZIF-68
CAS No.	1018477-09-2
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Zeolitic Imidazolate Framework-68; ZIF 68; Zn(nIm)₂ (nIm = 2-nitroimidazolate); MOF-ZIF-68; Zinc 2-nitroimidazolate framework; Zn(2-nIm)₂; 2-nitroimidazole zinc salt framework; Nitroimidazole-based ZIF
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Quality Control

Our ZIF-68 is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD), nitrogen adsorption (BET surface area analysis), and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, crystallinity, and surface area is provided with each shipment to meet rigorous research and industrial standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, this material must be stored in a cool, dry place, ideally under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation of its porous structure. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Fine powder, color as specified
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to structure
Purity	≥ 95% (by weight)
BET Surface Area	> 1000 m²/g
Pore Volume	> 0.5 cm³/g
Particle Size (D50)	< 10 μm
Solvent Content (TGA)	< 5% weight loss up to 150°C

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