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Linear Formula:
Ce(C5H7O2)3 · xH2O
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
437.44 (anhydrous basis)
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352103
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.23
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form

crystalline powder

Quality Level

composition

Ce, ≥20% complexometric

reaction suitability

core: cerium
reagent type: catalyst

SMILES string

O.CC(=O)\C=C(\C)O[Ce](O\C(C)=C/C(C)=O)O\C(C)=C/C(C)=O

InChI

1S/3C5H8O2.Ce.H2O/c3*1-4(6)3-5(2)7;;/h3*3,6H,1-2H3;;1H2/q;;;+3;/p-3/b3*4-3-;;

InChI key

KGJWXERBZWXYFB-KJVLTGTBSA-K

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General description

Cerium(III) acetylacetonate is a crystalline powder used as an inorganic catalyst and as a precursor in solution and vapor deposition processes. It is valued for its redox-active cerium center, making it useful in catalytic applications and the fabrication of thin films and advanced materials. It is soluble in organic solvents, forms stable chelate complexes, and is valuable in applications such as the synthesis of nanostructured materials, glass polishing, and as a reagent in organic synthesis.

Application

Cerium(III) acetylacetonate hydrate can be used as:
  • A precursor to synthesize ceria (CeO₂) nanopowders via the sol-gel process.
  • A dopant precursor during the solvothermal synthesis of zinc oxide (ZnO) nanopowder to modify the structural and optical properties of the nanopowder.
  • A precursor to synthesize gadolinia-doped ceria (GDC) via sol-gel synthesis.

Features and Benefits

  • Thermally stable compound
  • Soluble in various solvents
  • Exhibits redox properties due to the Ce(III)/Ce(IV) couple, enabling participation in oxidation-reduction reactions

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Hazard Statements

Hazard Classifications

Eye Irrit. 2 - Repr. 2 - Skin Irrit. 2 - STOT SE 3

Target Organs

Respiratory system

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 3

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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