Description

Palladium(II) 2,4-Pentanedionate (99.95%) is a high-purity coordination compound of palladium, also known as palladium(II) acetylacetonate or Pd(acac)₂. This material serves as a critical precursor for depositing metallic palladium in thin-film and nanoparticle applications, offering exceptional purity for demanding processes. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, catalysis, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-quality metal-organic sources.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) & Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): A key precursor for depositing high-purity palladium thin films on semiconductors, sensors, and optical devices.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for preparing homogeneous and heterogeneous palladium catalysts used in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and hydrogenation processes.
• Nanoparticle Fabrication: Used in the synthesis of palladium nanoparticles with controlled size and morphology for catalytic and conductive applications.
• Surface Coating & Plating: Employed in electrodes plating and surface modification to impart catalytic or conductive properties.
• Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in organometallic chemistry and materials science research for developing new catalytic systems and functional materials.
• Fuel Cell Components: Potential use in the fabrication of electrodes and catalysts for proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Palladium(II) 2,4-Pentanedionate
CAS No.	32216-25-4
Molecular Formula	C10H14O4Pd
Molecular Weight	304.64 g/mol
Synonyms	Palladium(II) acetylacetonate; Pd(acac)₂; Palladium di(acetylacetonate); Bis(acetylacetonato)palladium(II); Palladium(2+) bis(2,4-pentanedionate); Palladium bis(2,4-pentanedionate); 2,4-Pentanedione, palladium(2+) salt
EINECS	250-915-5

Quality Control

Our 99.95% purity grade is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure it meets the stringent specifications required for high-end applications such as semiconductor fabrication and catalyst synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, metal content, and trace impurity levels is 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 material is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Assay (Pd)	≥ 99.95%
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Solubility (in Toluene)	Clear, complete solution
Trace Metals (ICP-MS)	< 50 ppm total

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