Niobium Chloride

Niobium Chloride (NbCl₅), also known as Niobium Pentachloride, is an inorganic compound composed of niobium and chlorine. It is typically found in yellow crystalline or powder form and is widely used in various chemical processes, particularly in the fields of organic synthesis and materials science.

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Technicals about Niobium Chloride

Applications of Niobium Chloride

Catalysis: NbCl₅ is commonly used as a Lewis acid catalyst in organic synthesis. It facilitates reactions like Friedel-Crafts acylations and alkylations, as well as other polymerization and condensation processes.

Materials Science: It serves as a precursor for producing niobium metal and other niobium-based compounds. It is also used in the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) process to create thin films of niobium oxide or niobium nitride.

Superconductors: Niobium compounds, derived from NbCl₅, are crucial in the production of superconducting materials, including niobium-titanium alloys used in MRI machines and particle accelerators

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Tips for Using Niobium(V) Chloride:

1. Handle strictly under dry and inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen), as NbCl₅ is highly moisture-sensitive and reacts violently with water.
2. Store in tightly sealed containers made of glass or compatible materials, away from humidity and heat sources.
3. Avoid contact with skin and eyes; wear gloves, goggles, and protective clothing during handling.
4. Use in a well-ventilated fume hood to prevent exposure to corrosive vapors.
5. When dissolving or reacting NbCl₅, add it slowly to the solvent to control heat and vapor generation.

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