Description

Rhenium Carbonyl is a high-purity organometallic compound of significant industrial importance. This compound serves as a versatile and highly effective precursor for the deposition of pure rhenium metal and rhenium-containing thin films in advanced manufacturing processes. It is essential for research and production in sectors requiring precise material engineering, such as semiconductor fabrication, catalysis, and aerospace component coating. Global procurement teams rely on this material for its consistent quality and performance in critical applications.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): As a key precursor for depositing high-purity rhenium metal films on semiconductors, optics, and turbine components.
• Catalysis Research & Development: Used in the synthesis of novel homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts for hydrogenation, hydroformylation, and other organic transformations.
• Surface Coating and Modification: For applying wear-resistant and high-temperature protective rhenium coatings on critical aerospace and industrial parts.
• Material Science and Nanotechnology: A fundamental building block for creating rhenium nanoparticles, nanowires, and other nanostructured materials.
• Electronics and Microfabrication: In the production of electrical contacts, diffusion barriers, and other microelectronic features where rhenium's properties are advantageous.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a reagent for introducing rhenium into complex molecular frameworks in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhenium Carbonyl
CAS No.	63993-20-4
Molecular Formula	Re2(CO)10
Molecular Weight	652.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Dirhenium Decacarbonyl; Rhenium Decacarbonyl; Decacarbonyldirhenium; Bis(pentacarbonylrhenium); Rhenium Carbonyl Re2(CO)10; Rhenium(0) carbonyl; Re2(CO)10
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Quality Control

Our Rhenium Carbonyl is manufactured and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and the absence of critical metallic impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. We adhere to relevant industry standards and can support requirements for cGMP, ISO, or other quality system documentation as needed.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure. Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Re content)	≥ 99.9% (metals basis)
Purity (by GC)	≥ 98.0%
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents (e.g., toluene, hexane)

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