| Cerium Chloride, in forms of crystalline aggregates or light yellow lump aggregates, is the important material for catalyst, glass, phosphors and polishing powders. It is also used to decolorize glass by keeping iron in its ferrous state. The ability of Cerium-doped glass to block out ultra violet light is utilized in the manufacturing of medical glassware and aerospace windows. It is also used to prevent polymers from darkening in sunlight and to suppress discoloration of television glass. It is applied to optical components to improve performance. Applications: Used as petroleum catalyst, automobile exhaust catalysts, organic synthesis catalyst, pharmaceutical intermediates, also used as a starting point for the preparation of other cerium salts, such as the Lewis acid, cerium(III) trifluoromethanesulfonate, used for Friedel-Crafts acylations. It can be used itself as a Lewis acid, for example as a catalyst in Friedel-Crafts alkylation reactions. Solubility: Soluble in water, Insoluble in Pyridine material. Molecular Formula: CeCl3 Room temperature, sealedAlfa Chemistry Materials product group: Metal Manufacturer data sheet |
