Description

Iron(III) 2-Ethylhexano-isopropoxide is a metal-organic compound that serves as a versatile precursor in advanced materials synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in producing high-purity iron oxide nanoparticles and thin films with controlled properties. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and R&D departments in the electronics, catalysis, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-performance starting materials.

Application

• Precursor for Iron Oxide Nanoparticles: Used in the sol-gel and thermal decomposition synthesis of magnetite (Fe3O4) and hematite (α-Fe2O3) nanoparticles for biomedical imaging, data storage, and catalysis.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) & Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): Serves as a volatile iron source for depositing uniform, conformal iron oxide thin films on semiconductors and sensors.
• Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a catalyst precursor or dopant in heterogeneous catalysis for processes like Fischer-Tropsch synthesis and oxidation reactions.
• Polymer & Composite Modification: Used to incorporate iron into polymers or composite materials to impart magnetic, conductive, or catalytic functionalities.
• Specialty Pigments & Coatings: Employed in the formulation of high-performance, corrosion-resistant coatings and specialty inorganic pigments.
• Research & Development: A key reagent in academic and industrial labs for developing new magnetic materials, spintronic devices, and advanced catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron(III) 2-Ethylhexano-isopropoxide
CAS No.	331720-17-3
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Iron(III) 2-ethylhexanoate isopropoxide; Iron tris(2-ethylhexanoate) isopropoxide; Iron 2-ethylhexanoate isopropoxide complex; Iron(III) 2-EHA isopropoxide; Fe(III) 2-ethylhexano-isopropoxide; Iron 2-ethylhexanoate isopropanol adduct
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Iron(III) 2-Ethylhexano-isopropoxide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency, purity, and performance for your specific application. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, metal content, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to dark brown liquid or viscous solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Fe content)	Contact for details
Purity (by NMR/Titration)	≥ 95% (typical)
Solvent (if applicable)	Specified (e.g., Isopropanol, Toluene)
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	< 0.5% w/w

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