Description

Indium(III) Chloride Tetrahydrate is a high-purity inorganic salt essential for advanced material synthesis and research. This compound serves as a critical precursor for depositing indium-containing thin films and synthesizing specialized catalysts and electronic materials. It is primarily utilized by the semiconductor, photovoltaic, and specialty chemical manufacturing industries for applications requiring precise stoichiometry and purity.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) & Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): A key precursor for depositing indium oxide (In₂O₃) and other indium compound thin films used in transparent conductive oxides (TCOs) for displays and solar cells.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts for organic synthesis and petrochemical processes.
• Electrolyte for Batteries: Investigated for use in the development of next-generation battery systems and electrochemical sensors.
• Pharmaceutical & Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a reagent or catalyst in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: A fundamental starting material in academic and industrial labs for exploring new materials, including metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and nanomaterials.
• Doping Agent: Used to dope other semiconductor materials to modify their electrical and optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Indium(III) Chloride Tetrahydrate
CAS No.	22519-64-8
Molecular Formula	InCl₃·4H₂O
Molecular Weight	293.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Indium Trichloride Tetrahydrate; Indium Chloride Tetrahydrate; Indium(3+) Chloride Tetrahydrate; Indium Chloride (InCl3) Tetrahydrate; Trichloroindium Tetrahydrate; Indium(III) Chloride 4-Hydrate; Indium Chloride Hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Indium(III) Chloride Tetrahydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by titration and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity limits is provided with every shipment.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (InCl₃·4H₂O)	≥ 99.0%
Assay (Indium, In)	≥ 39.0%
Chloride Content	Contact for details
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≈ 24.6% (Theoretical)
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 10 ppm
Lead (Pb)	≤ 5 ppm
Other Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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