Cerium(III) chloride, anhydrous, 99.5%

Name: Cerium(III) chloride, anhydrous, 99.5%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-015576

About Cerium(III) chloride, anhydrous, 99.5%

Listed under CAS 7790-86-5, Cerium(III) chloride is a rare earth compound available from Vaqora Chemicals (Puriss grade) with a typical assay of 99.5%. With the molecular formula CeCl3, it has a molar mass of 246.47 g/mol. The IUPAC name is trichlorocerium. It is also known as Cerium trichloride or Cerous chloride.

It is supplied as white powder or crystals. Literature values give a density of ~3.94 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 7 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span rare-earth chemistry, catalyst precursors, luminescent materials and organic synthesis. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and electronics and semiconductors.

We offer Cerium(III) chloride in 10 g, 50 g and 1 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Rare-earth chemistry
Catalyst precursors
Luminescent materials
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cerium(III) chloride, anhydrous, 99.5%
Catalogue No.	VQ-015576
CAS Number	7790-86-5
IUPAC name	trichlorocerium
Molecular formula	CeCl₃
Molecular weight	246.47 g/mol
Exact mass	244.812
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	99.5%
HSN code	28461010
InChIKey	VYLVYHXQOHJDJL-UHFFFAOYSA-K
SMILES	Cl[Ce](Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	161282

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White powder or crystals
Density	~3.94 g/mL at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	Cerium trichloride, Cerous chloride, Cerium chloride (CeCl3), CeCl3, Cerous(III) chloride, Cerium(III) Chloride, Anhydrous, Cerium(III) chloride beads, Cerium(III) chloride powder, trichloridocerium, cerium(3+) chloride, Cerium chloride, CeCl3, Cerous chloride anhydrous

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P363, P391, P403 + P233, P405

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 7790-86-5

Cerium(III) chloride anhydrous, beads, −10 mesh, ≥99.99%

CAS: 7790-86-5
Formula: CeCl₃
MW: 246.47 g/mol

VQ-015574

Cerium(III) chloride, anhydrous, 99.9%

CAS: 7790-86-5
Formula: CeCl₃
MW: 246.47 g/mol

VQ-015577

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Cerium(III) chloride, anhydrous, 99.5%?

The CAS Registry Number of Cerium(III) chloride, anhydrous, 99.5% is 7790-86-5. It is also known as Cerium trichloride, Cerous chloride, Cerium chloride (CeCl3).

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cerium(III) chloride, anhydrous, 99.5%?

Cerium(III) chloride, anhydrous, 99.5% has the molecular formula CeCl3 and a molecular weight of 246.47 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is trichlorocerium.

Which grade and pack sizes of Cerium(III) chloride, anhydrous, 99.5% can I order?

We supply Cerium(III) chloride, anhydrous, 99.5% in Puriss (99.5%) grade, in 10 g, 50 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Cerium(III) chloride, anhydrous, 99.5%?

Yes. Every lot of Cerium(III) chloride, anhydrous, 99.5% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Cerium(III) chloride, anhydrous, 99.5% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cerium(III) chloride, anhydrous, 99.5% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.