Description

Cerium (III) Acetate is a versatile inorganic salt of the rare earth element cerium, widely utilized as a catalyst and precursor material. Its unique redox properties and Lewis acidity make it a critical component in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the catalyst, electronics, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop innovative products and processes.

Application

• Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or co-catalyst in organic synthesis, including oxidation reactions and polymerization processes.
• Materials Science: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of cerium oxide (ceria) nanoparticles and other advanced ceramic materials.
• Electronics: Used in the manufacturing of dielectric layers, capacitors, and other electronic components.
• Glass & Ceramics: Imparts specific optical properties and acts as a polishing agent for precision glass and optics.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a starting material in academic and industrial research for developing new compounds and studying reaction mechanisms.
• Environmental Technology: Investigated for use in catalytic converters and wastewater treatment processes due to cerium's redox activity.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Cerium (III) Acetate
CAS No.	206996-60-3
Molecular Formula	Ce(C2H3O2)3 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	Anhydrous: 317.26 g/mol (Contact for exact hydrate weight)
Synonyms	Cerous Acetate; Cerium Triacetate; Cerium(3+) Acetate; Cerium Acetate Hydrate; Acetic Acid, Cerium(3+) Salt; Tris(acetato)cerium; Cerium(III) Acetate Hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cerium (III) Acetate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the rigorous demands of industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Ce2O3 basis)	≥ 44.0 %
Purity (Ce)	≥ 99.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005 %
Loss on Drying	Contact for details

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