Description

Gold Tris(tert-Dodecanethiolate) is a high-purity organogold compound, specifically a gold(I) thiolate complex. This material is valued for its role as a precursor in advanced materials synthesis and catalysis, offering a stable source of gold in a soluble, organically compatible form. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, nanotechnology, and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring precise gold deposition or the creation of functionalized gold surfaces.

Application

• Nanoparticle Synthesis: A key precursor for the controlled synthesis of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) and quantum dots with tailored surface properties.
• Thin Film Deposition: Used in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes to create conductive gold films for microelectronics.
• Catalysis Research: Serves as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in specialized organic transformations and coupling reactions.
• Surface Functionalization: Enables the creation of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) on gold surfaces for biosensors and diagnostic devices.
• Conductive Inks & Pastes: A component in formulations for printed electronics, providing high conductivity after thermal decomposition.
• Materials Science: Used in the development of novel hybrid organic-inorganic materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Gold Tris(tert-Dodecanethiolate)
CAS No.	63267-52-7
Molecular Formula	C36H75AuS3
Molecular Weight	851.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Gold(I) tert-Dodecanethiolate; Tris(tert-dodecylthio)gold; tert-Dodecanethiol Gold(I) Salt; Gold tert-Dodecyl Mercaptide; Au(t-DDT)3; Organogold Thiolate Complex; Gold Tri-tert-dodecylthiolate; (tert-Dodecylthio)gold
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for high-purity organometallic compounds. Each batch is characterized to confirm identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific analytical results are available upon request. We adhere to strict internal quality protocols to guarantee material integrity for research and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent oxidation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale brown powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Au content)	≥ 95.0% (by ICP-OES)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., toluene, THF)

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