Description

Cadmium Bis(Heptadecanoate) is a cadmium salt of heptadecanoic (margaric) acid, a specialized organometallic compound. This chemical is valued for its role as a catalyst precursor and stabilizer in high-performance polymer synthesis and specialty material formulations. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the plastics, coatings, and advanced material sectors seeking to modify thermal and UV stability properties.

Application

• As a catalyst precursor or co-catalyst in polymerization reactions.
• As a stabilizer or additive in PVC and other polymer systems to enhance heat and light resistance.
• In the formulation of specialty lubricants and greases.
• As a precursor material in the synthesis of other cadmium-based compounds.
• In research and development of novel coordination complexes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Potential use in the production of semiconductor nanomaterials and quantum dots (subject to strict regulatory control).

Basic Information

Product Name	Cadmium Bis(Heptadecanoate)
CAS No.	62149-56-8
Molecular Formula	C34H66CdO4
Molecular Weight	659.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Cadmium dimargarate; Cadmium heptadecanoate; Cadmium(II) margarate; Cadmium(II) heptadecanoate; Margaric acid cadmium salt; Heptadecanoic acid, cadmium salt; Cadmium dioctadecanoate (common misnomer); Cadmium(C17:0)
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Quality Control

Our Cadmium Bis(Heptadecanoate) is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests including assay, heavy metal limits, and identification. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity and specific test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizers. For long-term storage, maintaining conditions at 15-25°C is recommended.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Cd content)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.005%
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents (e.g., toluene, chloroform)

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