Description

Selenium Chloride is an inorganic chemical compound with significant utility in specialized synthesis and material science. Its primary value lies in its role as a versatile selenium source and chlorinating agent for the production of advanced materials and fine chemicals. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as industrial manufacturers in the electronics and specialty chemical sectors. Selenium Chloride CAS NO 21317-32-8 is a key reagent for creating novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a crucial selenium source and chlorinating agent in the preparation of organoselenium compounds and other selenium-containing derivatives.
• Material Science: Used in the research and development of novel semiconductor materials, thin films, and photovoltaic components.
• Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized catalysts used in organic transformations and industrial chemical processes.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed as a high-purity analytical reagent and research chemical in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Electronics Industry: Utilized in the production of specialized electronic materials and dopants for modifying electrical properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral in the manufacturing of complex, high-value chemical intermediates for pharmaceutical and agrochemical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Selenium Chloride
CAS No.	21317-32-8
Molecular Formula	SeCl4
Molecular Weight	220.77 g/mol
Synonyms	Selenium(IV) chloride; Selenium tetrachloride; Tetrachloroselane; Selenium chloride (SeCl4); UN 3284; Selenium chloride, solid
EINECS	244-340-0

Quality Control

Our Selenium Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed and stored under conditions of low humidity. Incompatible with strong acids and organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (SeCl4)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1 %

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