Gold(III) chloride

• CAT Number: M057817
• CAS Number: 13453-07-1
• Molecular Formula: AuCl3
• Molecular Weight: 303.33
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: trichlorogold
• InChI: InChI=1S/Au.3ClH/h;3*1H/q+3;;;/p-3
• InChIKey: RJHLTVSLYWWTEF-UHFFFAOYSA-K
• SMILES: Cl[Au](Cl)Cl

Gold(III) chloride（Cat No.:M057817）, chemically represented as AuCl₃, is a dark red or brown crystalline solid, known for its role as a precursor in gold chemistry. It is highly soluble in water and organic solvents and decomposes to gold and chlorine under heat or light. This compound is used extensively in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of gold-based catalysts that facilitate key reactions in pharmaceutical and fine chemical manufacturing. Gold(III) chloride is also employed in refining gold metal and in certain electroplating processes, demonstrating its versatility and importance in both industrial and research settings.