Cerium(III) acetylacetonate (CAS 206996-61-4)

Cerium(III) acetylacetonate is a fascinating complex compound consisting of cerium in the +3 oxidation state and acetylacetonate (acac) as the ligand. This inorganic coordination compound comprises a metal ion bound to a ligand, which is a molecule that attaches to the metal ion. Cerium(III) acetylacetonate appears as a colorless solid, readily soluble in both water and organic solvents. Its distinct properties, such as the ability to form mononuclear complexes and exceptional thermal and chemical stability, have made it highly valuable in scientific research. Cerium(III) acetylacetonate serves as a catalyst in organic synthesis, a reagent in inorganic synthesis, and a ligand in coordination chemistry. Furthermore, it acts as a fluorescent probe for biological systems, a contrast agent for MRI imaging, and a luminescent material for optoelectronic devices. Being a coordination compound, Cerium(III) acetylacetonate involves the interaction between a metal ion and a ligand. The metal ion, cerium(III), forms bonds with the acetylacetonate ligand, which consists of two acetyl groups and one acetonate group. These interactions between the metal ion and the ligand rely on various electrostatic forces, including ionic and covalent bonds.