Description

Samarium(III) Acetylacetonate Hydrate is a high-purity organometallic compound of samarium, widely utilized as a versatile precursor in advanced materials synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a highly soluble and reactive source of samarium ions for the fabrication of specialty inorganic materials and catalysts. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of phosphors, chemical vapor deposition (CVD), and specialty polymer catalysts.

Application

• Phosphor and Luminescent Material Production: A key precursor for synthesizing samarium-doped inorganic phosphors used in display technologies, lighting, and optical sensors.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) & Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): Serves as a volatile source material for depositing thin films of samarium oxide or other samarium-containing layers in semiconductor and optical coating applications.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Used in the preparation of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts for organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Research & Development: A fundamental starting material in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new magnetic materials, superconductors, and other functional materials.
• Specialty Polymer Additives: Employed as a component in the formulation of polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Samarium(III) Acetylacetonate Hydrate
CAS No.	86322-73-8
Molecular Formula	C15H21O6Sm • xH2O
Molecular Weight	Anhydrous: 483.67 g/mol (Contact for hydrated form)
Synonyms	Samarium tris(acetylacetonate) hydrate; Tris(2,4-pentanedionato)samarium(III) hydrate; Samarium(III) 2,4-pentanedionate hydrate; Sm(acac)3 • xH2O; Samarium acetylacetonate; Tris(acetylacetonato)samarium; Acetylacetone samarium salt
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Samarium(III) Acetylacetonate Hydrate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, metal content, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to off-yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Sm Content)	≥ 99.9% (Trace Metals Basis)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents

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