Atomfair Selenium Tetrachloride Powder (SeCl₄), 99.5% Purity
Product Description
Atomfair selenium tetrachloride (SeCl₄) is supplied as white to yellow crystals with 99.5% purity. It is intended for research on the synthesis of other selenium compounds.
Technical Specifications
| PARAMETER DETAILS | |
|---|---|
| Product | Selenium Tetrachloride Powder (SeCl4) |
| Material | Selenium Tetrachloride |
| Chemical Formula | SeCl4 |
| CAS Number | 10026-03-6 |
| Purity | 99.5% |
| Physical State | Powder |
| Appearance | White to yellow crystals |
| Density | 2.6 g/cm³ |
| Sublimation Point | 191.4 °C |
| Water Reactivity | Decomposes in water |
Key Features and Advantages
- 99.5% purity.
- White to yellow crystals.
- Density: 2.6 g/cm³.
APPLICATION SCOPE: the synthesis of other selenium compounds
DOCUMENTATION: COA and SDS can be provided upon request for batch-specific confirmation.
TAILORED SOLUTIONS FOR RESEARCH
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Selenium tetrachloride decomposes in water and is moisture-sensitive. It must be stored in a dry, sealed container to prevent degradation.
- Water reactivity constraint: The material decomposes in water and must be protected from moisture during storage and handling.
What is the sublimation point of Atomfair Selenium Tetrachloride and how does it affect handling in synthesis?
The sublimation point of Atomfair Selenium Tetrachloride is 191.4 °C. This means the solid can transition directly to vapor at this temperature, which is useful for purification via sublimation but requires handling in sealed or inert systems to prevent material loss. The product is supplied as white to yellow crystals with a density of 2.6 g/cm³.
How should selenium tetrachloride be stored to avoid decomposition?
Selenium tetrachloride decomposes in water, so it must be stored in a dry, airtight container away from moisture. Handling under inert atmosphere is recommended to prevent hydrolysis. The product is intended for research on the synthesis of other selenium compounds.
What documentation is available for batch-specific quality assurance of this selenium tetrachloride?
A Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) can be provided upon request for batch-specific confirmation. The product is manufactured by Atomfair LLC with a guaranteed purity of 99.5%.
This evaluation assesses Atomfair Selenium Tetrachloride Powder (SeCl₄) at 99.5% purity, a moisture-sensitive precursor for selenium compound synthesis, with a sublimation point of 191.4°C requiring careful thermal management.
Positive
- High Purity for Synthesis: 99.5% purity minimizes contamination and side reactions in the preparation of selenium compounds.
- Well-Defined Sublimation Point: Sublimes at 191.4°C, enabling purification via sublimation if desired, and providing a clear thermal processing parameter.
Trade-offs
- Moisture Sensitivity: Decomposes in water, requiring anhydrous handling and storage conditions to prevent degradation.
- Sublimation Hazard: The sublimation point of 191.4°C means material can vaporize if heated above this temperature in open systems, necessitating sealed or controlled thermal processing.
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