Description

Scandium(III) Acetate is a high-purity inorganic salt of the rare earth element scandium, serving as a critical precursor material for advanced materials synthesis. Its primary value lies in enabling the production of high-performance ceramics, alloys, and catalysts with enhanced thermal and structural properties. This compound is essential for R&D and manufacturing in sectors such as solid oxide fuel cells, aerospace components, and specialized electronics.

Application

• Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) Electrolytes: A key precursor for doping and stabilizing zirconia-based electrolytes to improve ionic conductivity and durability.
• High-Strength Aluminum-Scandium (Al-Sc) Alloys: Used in research and production of lightweight, high-strength alloys for aerospace and automotive applications.
• Advanced Ceramics: Acts as a sintering aid and dopant in technical ceramics to enhance fracture toughness and thermal shock resistance.
• Catalyst Research: Employed in the development of polymerization catalysts and organic synthesis catalysts.
• Optical and Laser Materials: Serves as a starting material for growing single crystals and glasses with specific optical properties.
• Electronic Materials: Used in the deposition of thin films for semiconductors and other electronic devices.

Basic Information

Product Name	Scandium(III) Acetate
CAS No.	207671-51-0
Molecular Formula	Sc(C2H3O2)3 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	Anhydrous: 222.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Scandium Acetate; Scandium Triacetate; Acetic Acid, Scandium(3+) Salt; Scandium(3+) Acetate; Scandium Acetate Hydrate; Scandium(III) Acetate Hydrate; Tris(acetato)scandium
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Quality Control

Our Scandium(III) Acetate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high chemical purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of advanced materials research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and trace metal content are provided with every shipment.

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 must be kept in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Sc2O3 basis)	≥ 99.9% (Trace Metals Basis)
Purity (Scandium)	≥ 99.9%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 50 ppm
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 50 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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