CAS 100587-93-7

gadolinium(iii) acetate hydrate

Description:

Gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate is a coordination compound of gadolinium, a rare earth element, and acetic acid. It typically appears as a white to off-white crystalline solid, which is hygroscopic, meaning it can absorb moisture from the air. The compound is characterized by its solubility in water, which facilitates its use in various applications, including as a contrast agent in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) due to gadolinium's paramagnetic properties. Gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate contains gadolinium in the +3 oxidation state, coordinated with acetate ions, and is often encountered in its hydrated form, which includes water molecules in its crystal structure. This compound is generally stable under standard conditions but should be handled with care due to the potential toxicity of gadolinium compounds. In laboratory settings, it is important to follow safety protocols when working with gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate to mitigate any health risks associated with exposure.

Formula: C₆H₁₁GdO₇

InChI: InChI=1/3C2H4O2.Gd.H2O/c3*1-2(3)4;;/h3*1H3,(H,3,4);;1H2/q;;;+3;/p-3

Synonyms:

• Gadolinium Triacetate
• Gadolinium Triacetate Hydrate
• Gadolinium acetate hydrate

Gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate, 99.9% (REO)

CAS: 100587-93-7

Gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate is used as a laboratory reagent, catalysts, optical glasses, structural ceramics, electrical components and photo-optical material. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label inf

Formula: C₆H₉GdO₆

Purity: 99.9%

Molecular weight: 334.38

Ref: 02-089158

Gadolinium(III) Acetate Hydrate

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Formula: Gd·3C₂H₃O₂·xH₂O

Molecular weight: 157.25 3*59.04 x18.02

Ref: 4Z-G-31112

Gadolinium(III) acetate hydrate

CAS: 100587-93-7

Gadolinium is a rare earth metal that has been used in vitro for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Gadolinium-based contrast agents are injected into the body to enhance x-ray images of deep tissues. Gadolinium can be bound to other molecules, such as acetate, which enhances its antioxidant function. This gadolinium ion is also used as an optical agent in some lasers and can emit light when exposed to radiation. The luminescent properties of gadolinium are being studied for use in the treatment of cancerous tissues because it can cause cancer cells to become more sensitive to radiation therapy.

Formula: Gd(CH₃CO₂)₃•(H₂O)x

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 442.38 g/mol

Ref: 3D-AEA58793