Description

Gold tert-Dodecanethiolate is an organometallic compound where a gold(I) center is coordinated by a tert-dodecanethiolate ligand. This compound is valued for its role as a precursor in the synthesis of gold nanoparticles and as a catalyst or reagent in specialized organic transformations. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of nanomaterials, catalysis, and advanced electronics, where precise control over gold-based structures is required.

Application

• Gold Nanoparticle Synthesis: A key precursor for the controlled production of monodisperse gold nanoparticles with tailored surface properties.
• Catalysis Research: Serves as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in selective organic reactions, including cross-coupling and oxidation processes.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to functionalize surfaces with gold-thiolate complexes for sensor development and bio-conjugation.
• Electronic Materials: Employed in the research and development of conductive inks, thin films, and other electronic components.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Potential use in the synthesis of gold-based therapeutic agents and diagnostic compounds.
• Advanced Material Science: A building block for creating novel metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and hybrid materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gold tert-Dodecanethiolate
CAS No.	26403-08-7
Molecular Formula	C12H25AuS
Molecular Weight	406.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Gold(I) tert-Dodecylmercaptide; tert-Dodecanethiol Gold(I) Salt; tert-Dodecylthiolate Gold; Aurous tert-Dodecanethiolate; tert-C12H25SAu; tert-Dodecyl Mercaptan Gold Complex; (1,1,3,3-Tetramethylbutyl)thiolate Gold(I)
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Quality Control

Our Gold tert-Dodecanethiolate is produced under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your research and quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to yellow powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Gold (Au) Content	48.0 - 49.5 %
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., toluene, THF)

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