Description

Cerium (III) Acetylacetonate Hydrate is a coordination compound of cerium, characterized by its acetylacetonate ligands and water of hydration. This material is valued for its role as a versatile precursor in advanced materials synthesis and as a catalyst component. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and researchers in the fields of specialty chemicals, materials science, and electronics for developing functional coatings, nanomaterials, and catalytic systems.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions as a Lewis acid catalyst.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Serves as a high-purity cerium source for depositing thin films and coatings in semiconductor and optical applications.
• Sol-Gel Processing: A key precursor for synthesizing cerium-doped or cerium-based ceramic and glass materials.
• Nanomaterial Synthesis: Employed in the production of cerium oxide (ceria) nanoparticles for catalytic, biomedical, and polishing applications.
• Polymer Additive: Functions as a stabilizer or cross-linking agent in specific polymer formulations to enhance thermal or UV stability.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new catalytic processes and advanced material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cerium (III) Acetylacetonate Hydrate
CAS No.	206996-61-4
Molecular Formula	C15H21CeO6 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	Anhydrous: 437.42 g/mol (Contact for exact hydrate weight)
Synonyms	Cerium tris(acetylacetonate) hydrate; Tris(2,4-pentanedionato)cerium(III) hydrate; Cerium(3+) tris(2,4-pentanedionate) hydrate; Ce(acac)3 hydrate; Cerium acetylacetonate; Cerium triacetylacetonate; Cerium(III) 2,4-pentanedionate hydrate
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Quality Control

Our Cerium (III) Acetylacetonate Hydrate is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests including assay, impurity profiling, and confirmation of identity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical 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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Ce content)	Min. 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0 %

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