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Gold(I) chloride, 99.9% (metals basis), Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Gold(I) chloride is used as a starting material for the preparation of Phosphine ligated gold(I) complexes, which is used as catalysts in synthetic chemistry. It is also used to prepare metallic gold and potassium auric bromide and potassium chloride.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 289°C (decomposition) |
| Physical Form | Powder |
| Quantity | 1 g |
| UN Number | UN3260 |
| Merck Index | 14,4515 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in hydrochloric acid,hydrobromic acid and organic solvents. Slightly soluble in water. |
| Formula Weight | 232.42 |
| Percent Purity | 99.9% |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Sensitivity | Moisture sensitive |
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