Gold(III) chloride trihydrate

• CAS: 16961-25-4
• Catalog Number: ACM16961254-2
• Category: Metal & Ceramic Materials
• Molecular Weight: 357.79
• Molecular Formula: AuCl4H3O
• Synonyms: Hydrogen tetrachloroaurate(III) trihydrate
• Melting Point: 30 °C
• Appearance: Solid
• Application: Gold(III) chloride trihydrate, appearing as orange chunks or powder, is an inorganic compound also known as hydrogen tetrachloroaurate(III) trihydrate. This versatile gold catalyst is primarily used as a reagent in analytical chemistry, where it assists in the microanalysis of rubidium and cesium, as well as in determining alkaloids. Additionally, it is fundamental in synthesizing various gold compounds and the production of gold nanoparticles. The compound also finds application in electroplating, contributing to the deposition of gold onto metal surfaces. Furthermore, it plays a significant role in nuclear technology, particularly in control rods for nuclear reactors, and in the manufacturing of electric light filaments.