Description

Chloro(Tetrahydrothiophene)Gold(I) is a highly specialized organogold(I) complex, primarily utilized as a key precursor in advanced materials synthesis and catalysis. This compound is valued for its well-defined coordination sphere, offering superior stability and reactivity control compared to simpler gold salts. It is an essential reagent for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of electronics, nanotechnology, and pharmaceutical chemistry, where precise gold deposition and controlled catalytic activity are required.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) & Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): A critical precursor for depositing high-purity gold thin films and nanoparticles on semiconductor wafers, sensors, and optical devices.
• Homogeneous Gold Catalysis: Serves as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in organic synthesis for reactions such as hydroamination, cyclization, and C-H bond functionalization.
• Nanomaterial Synthesis: Used in the controlled synthesis of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) and nanoclusters with specific sizes and surface functionalities for biomedical and catalytic applications.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Investigated as a potential intermediate or active component in the development of novel metallodrugs and therapeutic agents.
• Surface Modification & Conjugation Chemistry: Facilitates the grafting of gold onto organic and inorganic surfaces for creating advanced composite materials and biosensors.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental research chemical for studying organometallic chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and new catalytic cycles involving gold.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chloro(Tetrahydrothiophene)Gold(I)
CAS No.	39929-21-0
Molecular Formula	C4H8AuClS
Molecular Weight	328.59 g/mol
Synonyms	Gold(I) Chloro(Tetrahydrothiophene) Complex; Tetrahydrothiophene Gold Chloride; (Tetrahydrothiophene)Gold(I) Chloride; Chloro(tetrahydrothiophene)gold; AuCl(THT); THT-AuCl; Chloro(tetrahydrothiophen-1-ium-1-yl)gold
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Quality Control

Every batch of Chloro(Tetrahydrothiophene)Gold(I) is manufactured and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure consistency and high purity for research and industrial applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including spectroscopic analysis and elemental assays, to ensure compliance with exacting customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its sensitivity, minimize exposure to air and moisture during handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Au)	≥ 59.0 %
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., DCM, THF)

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