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Samarium(III) chloride hydrate, REacton™, 99.9% (REO), Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Samarium(III) chloride hydrate is used for the preparation of samarium metal, which finds use as magnets. It is combined with sodium chloride to get a low melting point eutectic mixture. Further, it serves as a precursor for the preparation of other samarium salts and bis(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)alkylsamarium(III) complexes. In addition, it serves as a catalyst for hydrogenation and hydrosilylation of alkenes.
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
Melting Point | 110°C (in -5H2O) |
Physical Form | Crystalline Aggregates |
Quantity | 25 g |
Merck Index | 14,8347 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water and pyridine. |
Formula Weight | 256.71 (Anhydrous) |
Percent Purity | 99.9% |
Grade | Reacton™ |
Odor | Acidic |
Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
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Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | Warning |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H315-H319-H335 Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. |
Precautionary Statement | GHS P Statement P261-P280-P305+P351+P338-P304+P340-P405-P501a Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. |
EINECSNumber | 233-797-0 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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