Description

Praseodymium Chloride Heptahydrate is a high-purity inorganic salt of the rare earth element praseodymium. This compound is a critical precursor material valued for its role in synthesizing advanced catalysts, phosphors, and specialty alloys. It is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in the electronics, chemical synthesis, and materials science sectors. The product is supplied with a focus on consistent quality and reliable supply chain logistics for global industrial applications.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of catalysts for organic reactions and petroleum refining.
• Phosphor Manufacturing: A key raw material in producing phosphors for lighting, displays, and X-ray intensifying screens.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Imparts specific optical properties and colors (yellow-green) to glasses and ceramic glazes.
• Alloying Agent: Employed in the production of high-strength magnesium alloys for aerospace and automotive applications.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a starting material for preparing other praseodymium compounds and in various synthetic chemistry studies.
• Fiber Optics: Used in doping glass fibers to modify refractive index and other optical characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Praseodymium Chloride Heptahydrate
CAS No.	10025-90-8
Molecular Formula	PrCl3·7H2O
Molecular Weight	373.37 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Praseodymium(III) chloride heptahydrate; Praseodymium trichloride heptahydrate; PrCl3·7H2O; Praseodymium chloride (PrCl3) heptahydrate; Rare earth chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Praseodymium Chloride Heptahydrate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Long-term storage is recommended in a desiccator.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (PrCl3·7H2O)	≥ 99.0%
Assay (Pr2O3 basis)	≥ 44.0%
Chloride Content	Contact for details
Rare Earth Purity (REO)	≥ 99.9%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
Loss on Drying	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.