Cadmium Chloride

CAS No.:	10108-64-2
Linear Formula:	CdCl2
Purity:	99% - 99.999%
Appearance:	White Powder or Beads

 

✅ Product Description
Cadmium Chloride (CdCl₂) is a high-purity, white crystalline compound available in powder or bead form. This inorganic salt is widely used in electroplating, cadmium-based pigment production, synthesis of semiconductor materials, and as a precursor in the manufacturing of quantum dots and photovoltaic cells. With purities ranging from 99% to ultra-high-purity 99.999%, cadmium chloride is suitable for both industrial-scale processes and precision laboratory applications.

Its high solubility in water and ethanol makes it valuable in solution-based chemical syntheses. The compound also serves as a Lewis acid in organic synthesis, where it promotes various catalytic and condensation reactions.

 

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🔹 Features & Properties

CAS Number: 10108-64-2

Chemical Formula: CdCl₂

Appearance: White powder or crystalline beads

Purity Levels: 99% to 99.999%

Highly soluble in water, ethanol, and acetone

Melting Point: ~568°C

Molecular Weight: 183.32 g/mol

Form: Available as powder or bead based on application needs

 

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🚀 Applications & Related Industries

✅ Electroplating Industry: Used in cadmium electroplating to improve corrosion resistance

✅ Semiconductor Industry: Precursor in the manufacture of cadmium sulfide (CdS) and cadmium telluride (CdTe) thin films

✅ Solar Energy: Key component in the production of CdTe-based photovoltaic cells

✅ Chemical Synthesis: Used as a catalyst and reagent in organic synthesis

✅ Laboratory Research: High-purity reagent for quantum dot and nanomaterial synthesis

✅ Pigment Manufacturing: Used to produce cadmium-based pigments

 

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📖 Synonyms

Cadmium Dichloride

CdCl₂

Dichlorocadmium

 

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⚠ Health & Safety Information

⚠ Toxic if ingested or inhaled - handle with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

⚠ Use in a fume hood; avoid skin and eye contact

Classified as a carcinogen and reproductive hazard

Storage: Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area

Follow all local, national, and international regulations for safe use and disposal

 

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🏭 Production Method & Equipment
Cadmium chloride is typically produced by the direct reaction of cadmium metal with dry chlorine gas or through the reaction of cadmium oxide/hydroxide with hydrochloric acid. For high-purity applications, further purification is achieved through multiple recrystallization and vacuum sublimation steps. All processing is done under controlled environmental and quality standards.

 

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📐 Size & Customization

Form Options: Powder or beads

Packaging Sizes: 100g, 500g, 1kg, and bulk on request

Custom particle size and packaging available for research or large-scale industrial use

 

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📋 Certifications & Quality Assurance

Conforms to ASTM, JIS, GB, EN, and BS standards (as applicable)

COA, MSDS, and test reports included

Produced under ISO 9001 quality systems

Third-party testing available on request

 

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⏱ Lead Time & MOQ

Lead Time: 7–12 working days depending on order size and purity level

MOQ: 100g (laboratory use); 1kg (industrial use)

 

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💬 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1: Is cadmium chloride water-soluble?
A1: Yes, CdCl₂ is highly soluble in water and alcohols, making it suitable for solution-phase reactions.

Q2: What's the difference between powder and bead form?
A2: Powder offers faster dissolution, while bead form reduces dusting and is easier to handle in industrial environments.

Q3: Can it be used in photovoltaic cell research?
A3: Yes. It's a key precursor for cadmium telluride (CdTe) solar cell fabrication.

 

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🧭 How to Choose the Product

Choose 99% purity for general industrial or pigment use

Use 99.99% and above for electronics, semiconductors, and research

Decide between powder or bead based on handling preferences

Specify any requirements for packaging, purity, or additional testing in advance

 

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📏 Product Standards

Conforms to ASTM, JIS, GB, EN, and BS standards

Additional industry-specific certifications available upon request

 

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🧪 Production & Quality Control

Purity verified using ICP-MS or AAS

Moisture content and particle distribution analyzed

Packaging in inert or moisture-proof containers for purity retention

Every batch traceable through a unique batch number system

 

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📦 Shipping & Delivery Information

Shipped in sealed containers with desiccant protection

Packaging: HDPE bottles, vacuum-sealed bags, or custom containers

Export-compliant documentation included (COA, MSDS, etc.)

Options for air, sea, or courier delivery

 

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🌱 Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Cadmium compounds are hazardous to the environment-dispose according to strict environmental regulations

Encourage returnable packaging for bulk clients to reduce waste

Compliant with ISO 14001 environmental management systems

 

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🧼 Maintenance & Care Instructions

Store in sealed containers, away from acids and bases

Avoid exposure to air moisture-store in desiccator for high-purity grades

Handle only in ventilated areas with appropriate containment measures

 

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🧩 Differentiation Between Products
Compared to other cadmium salts (e.g., cadmium nitrate or sulfate), cadmium chloride offers higher solubility and reactivity in organic and inorganic systems. It is preferred for synthesis routes requiring chloride ions and is more efficient for electroplating and precursor development.

 

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📩 Contact Us
For pricing, COA, bulk orders, or technical consultation, please contact our expert sales team.

 

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Chemical Identifiers

Linear Formula	CdCl2
MDL Number	MFCD00010916
EC No.	233-296-7
Beilstein/Reaxys No.	N/A
Pubchem CID	24947
IUPAC Name	dichlorocadmium
SMILES	[Cd+2].[Cl-].[Cl-]
InchI Identifier	InChI=1S/Cd.2ClH/h;2*1H/q+2;;/p-2
InchI Key	YKYOUMDCQGMQQO-UHFFFAOYSA-L

Cadmium Chloride Properties (Theoretical)

Compound Formula	CdCl2
Molecular Weight	183.32
Appearance	White Powder or Beads
Melting Point	564° C (1,047° F)
Boiling Point	960° C (1,760° F)
Density	4.05 g/cm3
Solubility in H2O	N/A
Exact Mass	183.841
Monoisotopic Mass	183.841

Cadmium Chloride Health & Safety Information

Signal Word	Danger
Hazard Statements	H301-H330-H340-H350-H360FD-H372-H410
Hazard Codes	T+,N
Precautionary Statements	P201-P260-P301 + P310 + P330-P304 + P340 + P310-P308 + P313-P403 + P233
Flash Point	Not applicable
Risk Codes	45-46-60-61-25-26-48/23/25-50/53
Safety Statements	53-45-60-61
RTECS Number	N/A
Transport Information	UN2570 - class 6.1 - PG 3 - EHS - Cadmium compounds, HI: all (not BR)
WGK Germany	3
GHS Pictograms	GHS06 Skull and Crossbones GHS08 Health Hazard GHS09 Environment

 

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