Description

Rhodium Acetate is an organometallic compound of rhodium, a precious metal of the platinum group. This compound serves as a highly effective and selective catalyst precursor for a variety of critical organic transformations and industrial processes. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and petrochemical sectors seeking to optimize catalytic reactions.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: A key precursor for catalysts used in hydrogenation, hydroformylation, and carbonylation reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Catalyzes the synthesis of complex, high-value intermediates in drug development and production.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Enables selective C-H activation and C-C bond forming reactions for specialty chemicals.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Used in the development of specialized polymers and materials science research.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a standard reagent for investigating new catalytic cycles and mechanisms.
• Fuel Cell Research: Explored as a component in electrocatalysts for energy conversion applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhodium Acetate
CAS No.	42204-14-8
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Dirhodium tetraacetate; Tetrakis(acetato)dirhodium; Rhodium(II) acetate dimer; Acetic acid, rhodium(2+) salt; Dirhodium tetracetate; [Rh2(O2CCH3)4]; Rhodium diacetate dimer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Rhodium Acetate is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high catalytic activity. Quality is verified against established internal specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, metal content, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation and degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Rhodium (Rh) Content	Contact for details
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents

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