Description

Gadolinium(III) Octanoate is a metal-organic compound where gadolinium is coordinated with octanoic acid ligands. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile catalyst and precursor in advanced material synthesis, offering unique reactivity due to the lanthanide metal center. It is primarily sought by R&D and manufacturing sectors involved in polymer chemistry, specialty catalysis, and the development of high-performance functional materials.

Application

• As a catalyst or co-catalyst in polymerization reactions, including ring-opening polymerization (ROP) for biodegradable polymers.
• As a precursor for the synthesis of gadolinium-based nanomaterials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• In research for developing novel magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) contrast agent analogs or related diagnostic compounds.
• For the preparation of specialty coatings, inks, or pigments where thermal stability and specific optical properties are required.
• In organic synthesis as a Lewis acid catalyst for various transformations, such as esterification or condensation reactions.
• As an additive or dopant in the fabrication of advanced ceramic and glass materials to modify electrical or optical characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gadolinium(III) Octanoate
CAS No.	29911-73-7
Molecular Formula	C24H45GdO6 (Typical for tris(octanoate))
Molecular Weight	~ 585.90 g/mol (Calculated)
Synonyms	Gadolinium tris(octanoate); Gadolinium caprylate; Octanoic acid, gadolinium(3+) salt; Gadolinium(3+) octanoate; Gadolinium n-octanoate; Tris(octanoato)gadolinium; Gadolinium(III) caprylate
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Quality Control

Our Gadolinium(III) Octanoate is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as metal content, ligand composition, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with ISO 9001 standards, and we support custom synthesis to meet specific research or industrial grade requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Gadolinium (Gd) Content	≥ 26.0 % (w/w)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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