Chromium(III) acetylacetonate, 97%

Name: Chromium(III) acetylacetonate, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001137

About Chromium(III) acetylacetonate, 97%

Chromium(III) acetylacetonate (CAS 21679-31-2) is an organometallic reagent offered by Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 97% purity. Formula C15H21CrO6, molecular weight 349.32 g/mol. Systematically, it is named chromium(3+). Tris(4-oxopent-2-en-2-olate). Common synonyms include Chromium(III) 2,4-pentanedionate and Cr(acac)3.

The material typically appears as purple to very dark purple powder or chunks. Reported physical data include a melting point of 210 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for carbon–carbon bond formation, grignard and organometallic chemistry and organic synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Chromium(III) acetylacetonate in 5 g and 25 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Carbon–carbon bond formation
Grignard & organometallic chemistry
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Chromium(III) acetylacetonate, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-001137
CAS Number	21679-31-2
IUPAC name	chromium(3+);tris(4-oxopent-2-en-2-olate)
Molecular formula	C₁₅H₂₁CrO₆
Molecular weight	349.32 g/mol
Exact mass	349.0743
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	2914
InChIKey	JWORPXLMBPOPPU-UHFFFAOYSA-K
SMILES	CC(=CC(=O)C)[O-].CC(=CC(=O)C)[O-].CC(=CC(=O)C)[O-].[Cr+3]
PubChem CID	89012

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Purple to very dark purple powder or chunks
Melting point	210 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 6
TPSA	120 Å²
Synonyms	Chromium(III) 2,4-pentanedionate, Cr(acac)3, Tris(acetylacetonato)chromium, Tris(2,4-pentanedionato)chromium(III), Chromium (III) acetylacetonate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Chromium(III) acetylacetonate, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of Chromium(III) acetylacetonate, 97% is 21679-31-2. It is also known as Chromium(III) 2,4-pentanedionate, Cr(acac)3, Tris(acetylacetonato)chromium.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Chromium(III) acetylacetonate, 97%?

Chromium(III) acetylacetonate, 97% has the molecular formula C15H21CrO6 and a molecular weight of 349.32 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Chromium(III) acetylacetonate, 97% can I order?

We supply Chromium(III) acetylacetonate, 97% in (97%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Chromium(III) acetylacetonate, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of Chromium(III) acetylacetonate, 97% 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 Chromium(III) acetylacetonate, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Chromium(III) acetylacetonate, 97% 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.