Description

Lutetium(III) Chloride is an inorganic salt of the rare earth element lutetium, widely recognized for its role as a high-purity precursor material. Its exceptional purity and consistent quality are critical for advanced applications where material performance is non-negotiable. This compound is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in the fields of phosphors, specialty catalysts, and advanced optical materials, where trace impurities can significantly impact final product efficacy.

Application

• Phosphor and Scintillator Manufacturing: A key starting material for producing high-performance lutetium-based phosphors (e.g., LuAG:Ce) used in LED lighting, displays, and medical imaging scintillators.
• Catalyst Research & Development: Employed as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in specialized organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Optical Fiber and Glass Doping: Used to dope specialty glasses and optical fibers to modify their refractive index and other optical properties for telecommunications and laser applications.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Serves as a high-purity source material in CVD processes for depositing thin films of lutetium oxide or other lutetium compounds.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for research in inorganic chemistry, materials science, and the development of new rare earth compounds.
• Nuclear Medicine: Investigated as a potential precursor for lutetium-177 based radiopharmaceuticals used in targeted cancer therapy.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Lutetium(III) Chloride
CAS No.	10099-66-8
Molecular Formula	LuCl3 (often hydrated as LuCl3·xH2O)
Molecular Weight	281.33 g/mol (anhydrous)
Synonyms	Lutetium Trichloride; Lutetium Chloride; Lutetium(3+) Chloride; Lutetium Chloride (LuCl3); Lutetium Chloride Anhydrous; Lutetium(III) Chloride Hexahydrate; Lutetium Chloride Hydrate; CAS 10099-66-8
EINECS	233-257-7

Quality Control

Our Lutetium(III) Chloride is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and industrial applications. Key parameters such as assay (Lu2O3 content), trace rare earth impurities, and anion content are rigorously controlled. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing lot-specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, this material should be stored in a cool, dry place, ideally under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator to prevent hydrolysis and caking. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to standard
Assay (as Lu2O3)	≥ 99.9% (99.99% & 99.999% available)
Purity (Lu/TREM)	≥ 99.99%
Loss on Drying	Contact for details
Rare Earth Impurities	≤ 100 ppm total (ICP-MS)
Chloride Content	Theoretical
Solubility (in water)	Clear, colorless solution

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