Rhenium(VI) Oxide

Rhenium(VI) Oxide Description

Rhenium(VI) oxide or rhenium trioxide is an inorganic compound with the formula ReO3. It is a red solid with a metallic lustre, which resembles copper in appearance. It is the only stable trioxide of the Group 7 elements (Mn, Tc, Re).

Rhenium(VI) oxide is a chemical compound formed when rhenium oxidizes in air. It is a highly insoluble thermally stable rhenium source suitable for glass, optic and ceramic applications.

Rhenium(VI) oxide is insoluble in water, as well as dilute acids and bases. It finds some use in organic synthesis as a catalyst for amide reduction.

Rhenium(VI) oxide is involved as a catalyst for the hydrogenation of carboxylic acids and carboxamides. It is also involved in the alkene epoxidation reactions.

Rhenium(VI) oxide exhibits very low resistivity. It behaves like a metal in that its resistivity decreases as its temperature decreases.

Rhenium(VI) Oxide Applications and Related Industries

● Glass

● Optic

● Ceramic

● Catalyst for amide reduction

● Catalyst for the hydrogenation of carboxylic acids and carboxamides

● Alkene epoxidation reactions

● Chemical Manufacturing

● Research & Laboratory

Packaging of Rhenium(VI) Oxide

Our rhenium(VI) oxide is carefully handled to minimize damage during storage and transportation and to preserve the quality of our product in their original condition.

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Rhenium(VI) Oxide Health & Safety Information