Description

Holmium(III) Acetylacetonate Hydrate is a high-purity organometallic compound of the rare earth element holmium, serving as a critical precursor in advanced materials synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to introduce holmium ions into complex matrices with high efficiency and purity, enabling precise control over material properties. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of specialty catalysts, luminescent materials, and high-performance ceramics.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) & Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): A key precursor for depositing thin films of holmium oxide (Ho₂O₃) for electronic and optical coatings.
• Specialty Catalysts: Used in the synthesis of catalysts for specialized organic transformations and polymerization reactions.
• Phosphors and Luminescent Materials: Acts as a dopant in the production of upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) and other phosphors for bio-imaging, security inks, and display technologies.
• Advanced Ceramics & Glass: Imparts specific magnetic or optical properties to specialty ceramics, glasses, and ferroelectric materials.
• Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new materials in magneto-optics and quantum computing.
• Polymer Additives: Can be utilized as a cross-linking agent or stabilizer in the formulation of high-performance polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Holmium(III) Acetylacetonate Hydrate
CAS No.	22498-66-4
Molecular Formula	C15H21HoO6 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	Anhydrous: 454.26 g/mol (Contact for exact hydrate weight)
Synonyms	Holmium Tris(acetylacetonate) Hydrate; Holmium(3+) Acetylacetonate Hydrate; Tris(2,4-pentanedionato)holmium Hydrate; Ho(acac)3 • xH2O; Holmium AcAc Hydrate; 2,4-Pentanedione, holmium(3+) salt, hydrate; Holmium(III) 2,4-Pentanedionate Hydrate
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Quality Control

Our Holmium(III) Acetylacetonate Hydrate is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, metal content, and trace impurity levels is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Recommended storage temperature: 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to beige crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Ho Content)	≥ 99.9% (Trace Metals Basis)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents

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