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Ruthenium (III) chloride hydrate
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Ruthenium(III) chloride hydrate is a transition metal compound used as a catalyst in organic synthesis and as a precursor in the production of ruthenium-based materials. It is available in various hydration states, with the formula RuCl₃·xH₂O. CAS number: 14898-67-0; molecular weight: 207.42 g/mol; stored at ambient temperature; signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Ruthenium (III) chloride hydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 g — $50.10 per pack
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5 g — $106.20 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Black crystal |
| Storage Temperature | +20℃ |
| Assay | ≥99.9% |
| Insoluble Matter | ≤0.10% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.0020 |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤0.0005 |
| Calcium (Ca) | ≤0.0020 |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤0.0020 |
| Magnesium (Mg) | ≤0.0020 |
| Nickel (Ni) | ≤0.0020 |
| Zinc (Zn) | ≤0.0020 |
| Chromium (Cr) | ≤0.0020 |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤0.0020 |
| Silver (Ag) | ≤0.0020 |
| Aluminium (Al) | ≤0.0020 |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤0.0020 |
| Platinum (Pt) | ≤0.0030 |
| Palladium (Pd) | ≤0.0030 |
| Ruthenium (Ru) | ≥37.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 10478638 |
| CAS Number | 14898-67-0 |
| IUPAC Name | trichlororuthenium;hydrate |
| Molecular Formula | RuCl3·xH2O |
| Molecular Weight | 207.42 |
| Exact Mass | 224.8215 |
| SMILES | O.Cl[Ru](Cl)Cl |
| InChIKey | BIXNGBXQRRXPLM-UHFFFAOYSA-K |
| InChI | InChI=1S/3ClH.H2O.Ru/h3*1H;1H2;/q;;;;+3/p-3 |
| PubChem CID | 6093376 |
| UN Number | UN3260 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2843900000 |
| Tariff Code | 2843909000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- EUH071 Corrosive to the respiratory tract
- H290 May be corrosive to metals
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P309+311 IF exposed or you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Ruthenium chloride (RuCl3), monohydrate (8CI,9CI)
- ruthenium chloride hydrate
- ruthenium chloride n hydrate
- ruthenium choride hydrate
- ruthenium trichloride hydrate
- ruthenium trichloride monohydrate
- Ruthenium trichoride hydrate
- Ruthenium(III) chloride monohydrate
- Ruthenium(III) chloride xhydrate
- trichlororuthenium;hydrate
Frequently asked questions
What is Ruthenium (III) chloride hydrate used for?
It is primarily used as a catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly in hydrogenation and oxidation reactions, and as a precursor for other ruthenium-based compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is RuCl3·xH2O with a molecular weight of 207.42 g/mol.
How should Ruthenium (III) chloride hydrate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available?
Available in high purity grade suitable for research and catalytic applications.
Can Molekula supply it in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Ruthenium (III) chloride hydrate in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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