Description

Cesium Trichloroacetate is an organometallic salt of cesium and trichloroacetic acid, valued for its unique combination of a heavy alkali metal and a reactive organic anion. This compound is particularly significant in specialized synthetic chemistry and materials science due to its role as a source of cesium ions under specific conditions. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic synthesis, catalysis, and advanced material development, where precise control over reaction pathways is critical.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used as a cesium source in various coupling and condensation reactions, often to promote solubility or alter reactivity.
• Catalysis Research: Acts as a precursor or co-catalyst in the development of novel catalytic systems, particularly for fine chemical production.
• Materials Science: Employed in the synthesis of specialized cesium-containing compounds, perovskites, or other advanced inorganic materials.
• Laboratory Research: Serves as a key starting material or intermediate in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Potential use in the synthesis of complex drug molecules where cesium salts are required for specific synthetic steps.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Cesium Trichloroacetate
CAS No.	56510-51-1
Molecular Formula	C2CsCl3O2
Molecular Weight	307.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Cesium Trichloroacetate; Trichloroacetic Acid Cesium Salt; Cesium 2,2,2-Trichloroacetate; Cesium TCA; CsTCA; Cesium Salt of Trichloroacetic Acid; Cesium(1+) Trichloroacetate
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Quality Control

Our Cesium Trichloroacetate is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and moisture content. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications.

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 must be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent decomposition. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Cesium Trichloroacetate)	≥ 98.0%
Moisture (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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