Application
Lanthanum(III) chloride heptahydrate serves as a versatile and cost-effective heterogeneous catalyst characterized by its stability in moist environments. Its primary purpose lies in facilitating diverse organic transformations. This compound is employed in the chemoselective synthesis of cyclic and acyclic dithioacetals, and it plays a critical role in producing lanthanum aluminate (LAO) thin films and LaF3 nanocrystals. Additionally, Lanthanum(III) chloride heptahydrate is instrumental in the formation of bis(indolyl) methanes from indoles, showcasing its utility across various chemical applications.