Characteristic

Scandium(III) chloride is the inorganic compound with the formula ScCl₃. It is a white, high-melting ionic compound, which is deliquescent and highly water-soluble.

Chemical formula：ScCl₃

Molar mass： 151.31 g/mol

Appearance： grayish-white crystals

Density： 2.39 g/mL, solid

Melting point： 960 °C (1,760 °F; 1,230 K)  63 °C (hexahydrate)

Solubility in water：soluble

Solubility in other solvents： insoluble in EtOH

Application

Scandium(III) chloride is found in some halide lamps, optical fibers, electronic ceramics, and lasers.