Description

Europium Nitrate CAS NO 10138-01-9 is an inorganic salt of the rare earth element europium, widely utilized for its unique luminescent properties. This compound is a critical precursor material for manufacturing high-performance phosphors and optical materials. It is essential for industries focused on advanced electronics, lighting, and research, where precise control over light emission is required.

Application

• Phosphor Manufacturing: A key raw material for red-emitting phosphors used in LED lighting, plasma display panels (PDPs), and fluorescent lamps.
• Optical Coatings & Glass: Used in doping specialized glasses and optical coatings to create laser materials and filters.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a source of Eu³⁺ ions for time-resolved fluorescence assays and other bioanalytical labeling techniques.
• Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst component in specific organic synthesis and petroleum refining processes.
• Ceramics & Pigments: Imparts unique color properties to specialty ceramics and high-stability pigments.
• Nuclear Industry: Employed in neutron absorption applications and as a dopant in scintillation crystals for radiation detection.

Basic Information

Product Name	Europium Nitrate
CAS No.	10138-01-9
Molecular Formula	Eu(NO₃)₃·xH₂O
Molecular Weight	337.98 (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Europium trinitrate; Nitric acid, europium(3+) salt; Europium(III) nitrate; Europium nitrate hexahydrate; Europium nitrate pentahydrate; Europium nitrate hydrate; Eu(NO₃)₃
EINECS	233-383-3

Quality Control

Our Europium Nitrate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) and titration methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept sealed under dry conditions. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale pink crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Eu(NO₃)₃·xH₂O)	≥ 99.9% (Trace Metals Basis)
Purity (Eu₂O₃/REO basis)	≥ 99.99%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 50 ppm
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 50 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 10 ppm
Other Rare Earth Impurities	≤ 100 ppm (total)
Water of Crystallization	Specified per grade (typically 5 or 6 H₂O)

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