Description

Rhodium(3+) Isooctanoate is a high-purity organorhodium compound, specifically the isooctanoate salt of rhodium(III). This specialized chemical serves as a highly effective and soluble catalyst precursor, offering significant advantages in reaction efficiency and selectivity for demanding synthetic processes. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fields of homogeneous catalysis, fine chemical synthesis, and advanced materials development.

Application

• Homogeneous Catalysis: A key precursor for high-value catalytic processes, including hydrogenation, hydroformylation, and hydrosilylation reactions.
• Fine Chemical & Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Enables efficient and selective catalytic steps in the production of complex organic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer & Material Science: Used in catalyst systems for the polymerization of specialty monomers and the surface modification of advanced materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a critical reagent for developing new catalytic methodologies and exploring novel reaction pathways in laboratory settings.
• Electroplating & Surface Coating: Potential use in the formulation of specialized electrolytes for depositing rhodium or rhodium-alloy coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhodium(3+) Isooctanoate
CAS No.	93843-19-7
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Rhodium(III) Isooctanoate; Rhodium Tris(2-ethylhexanoate); Rhodium 2-ethylhexanoate; Rhodium(III) 2-ethylhexanoate; Rhodium Caprylate; Rhodium Octoate; Tris(2-ethylhexanoato)rhodium; Rhodium(3+) salt of isooctanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Rhodium(3+) Isooctanoate is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high catalytic performance. The product undergoes rigorous quality testing, including analysis for rhodium content and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black viscous liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Rhodium (Rh) Content	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.