Description

Cadmium Chloride Hydrate is an important inorganic salt of cadmium, widely utilized in research and industrial synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile precursor for producing other cadmium compounds and as a catalyst in specific organic reactions. This product is essential for professionals in electroplating, chemical synthesis, pigment manufacturing, and laboratory research, where a reliable source of high-purity cadmium ions is required.

Application

• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Used in cadmium electroplating baths to provide corrosion-resistant coatings on metals like steel and iron.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for the production of other cadmium salts, sulfide nanoparticles (CdS), and complex organometallic compounds.
• Pigment & Stabilizer Manufacturing: A raw material in the synthesis of cadmium-based pigments (yellows, reds) and as a stabilizer in certain PVC formulations.
• Laboratory Research & Reagent: Employed as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry, materials science research, and catalysis studies.
• Photography & Photoconductors: Historically used in photographic processes and in the manufacture of photoconductive materials.
• Glass & Ceramic Production: Imparts specific colors and properties to specialty glasses and ceramic glazes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cadmium Chloride Hydrate
CAS No.	35658-65-2
Molecular Formula	CdCl₂·xH₂O
Molecular Weight	183.32 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Cadmium dichloride hydrate; Cadmium(II) chloride hydrate; Dichlorocadmium hydrate; Caddy; Cadmium chloride (CdCl2) hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cadmium Chloride 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, heavy metal limits, and loss on drying. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (CdCl₂ basis)	≥ 98.0 %
pH (5% solution)	4.0 - 6.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.01 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001 %

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