Tungsten(VI) chloride
CAS Number13283-01-7
FormulaWCl6
Mol. Weight396.56 g/mol
Tungsten(VI) chloride
What is Tungsten(VI) chloride?
Tungsten(VI) chloride is a chemical compound with CAS number 13283-01-7 and molecular formula WCl6. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Precursor to tungsten-based carbenes which catalyze the olefin metathesis reactions of 1- and 2-octene.
Specifications
Linear Formula
WCl6
Molecular Weight
396.56 g/mol
Assay/Purity
≥99.9% trace metals basis
Boiling Point
347 °C(lit.)
Density
3.52 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS05Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H314
Precautionary Statements
P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310
Required PPE
Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face particle respirator type N100 (US), Gloves, respirator cartridge type N100 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter, type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges
Melting Point
275 °C(lit.)
EC Number
236-293-9
WGK Germany
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