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Gold Chloride

CAS #:

13453-07-1

Linear Formula:

AuCl₃

MDL Number:

MFCD00014172

EC No.:

236-623-1

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Gold Chloride Properties (Theoretical)

Compound Formula	AuCl₃
Molecular Weight	232.42
Appearance	Reddish brown to violet crystals or powder
Melting Point	254 °C
Boiling Point	N/A
Density	4.7 g/cm³
Solubility in H2O	68 g/100 ml (cold)
Crystal Phase / Structure	monoclinic
Exact Mass	301.873
Monoisotopic Mass	301.873

Gold Chloride Health & Safety Information

Signal Word	Warning
Hazard Statements	H315-H319-H335
Hazard Codes	Xi
Precautionary Statements	P261-P305 + P351 + P338
Flash Point	Not applicable
Risk Codes	36/37/38
Safety Statements	26-36
RTECS Number	MD5420000
Transport Information	NONH for all modes of transport
WGK Germany	3
GHS Pictograms	GHS07 Exclamation Point
MSDS / SDS	Request MSDS / SDS

About Gold Chloride

Gold(III) Chloride is an excellent water soluble crystalline Gold source for uses compatible with chlorides. Chloride compounds can conduct electricity when fused or dissolved in water. Chloride materials can be decomposed by electrolysis to chlorine gas and the metal. They are formed through various chlorination processes whereby at least one chlorine anion (Cl-) is covalently bonded to the relevant metal or cation. Ultra high purity and proprietary formulations can be prepared. The chloride ion controls fluid equilibrium and pH levels in metabolic systems. They can form either inorganic or organic compounds. Gold Chloride is generally immediately available in most volumes. Ultra high purity and high purity compositions improve both optical quality and usefulness as scientific standards. Nanoscale elemental powders and suspensions, as alternative high surface area forms, may be considered. We also produce Gold Chloride Solution. American Elements produces to many standard grades when applicable, including Mil Spec (military grade); ACS, Reagent and Technical Grade; Food, Agricultural and Pharmaceutical Grade; Optical Grade, USP and EP/BP (European Pharmacopoeia/British Pharmacopoeia) and follows applicable ASTM testing standards. Typical and custom packaging is available. Additional technical, research and safety (MSDS) information is available as is a Reference Calculator for converting relevant units of measurement.

Gold Chloride Synonyms

Auric chloride, Gold(3+) trichloride, Auric trichloride, Gold(III) chloride, Aurochloric acid, Trichlorogold

Chemical Identifiers

Linear Formula	AuCl₃
MDL Number	MFCD00014172
EC No.	236-623-1
Beilstein/Reaxys No.	N/A
Pubchem CID	26030
IUPAC Name	trichlorogold
SMILES	Cl[Au](Cl)Cl
InchI Identifier	InChI=1S/Au.3ClH/h;3*1H/q+3;;;/p-3
InchI Key	RJHLTVSLYWWTEF-UHFFFAOYSA-K

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Packaging Specifications

Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Shipping documentation includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 440 gallon liquid totes, and 36,000 lb. tanker trucks.

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