Description

Gadolinium Nitrate is an inorganic salt of the rare earth element gadolinium, widely recognized for its paramagnetic properties and role as a key precursor material. This compound is essential for producing high-purity gadolinium oxide and other specialty chemicals critical in advanced technology sectors. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research institutions in the electronics, catalyst, and specialty glass industries, as well as in the development of contrast agents for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Application

• Phosphor & Luminescent Material Production: A vital raw material for manufacturing phosphors used in displays, lighting (LEDs), and X-ray intensifying screens.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for catalysts employed in petroleum refining and various organic synthesis processes.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Used to introduce gadolinium into glass formulations to improve refractive index and radiation shielding properties.
• MRI Contrast Agent Research: A key starting material in the research and development of gadolinium-based contrast agents for medical imaging.
• Nuclear Industry: Employed in neutron absorption applications and as a dopant in control rod materials.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used as a source material for depositing gadolinium-containing thin films in semiconductor and optical coating processes.
• Analytical & Research Reagent: Utilized in laboratory settings for calibration standards, spectroscopy, and fundamental chemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gadolinium Nitrate
CAS No.	10168-81-7
Molecular Formula	Gd(NO3)3·xH2O
Molecular Weight	343.26 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Nitric acid, gadolinium(3+) salt; Gadolinium trinitrate; Gadolinium(III) nitrate; Gadolinium nitrate hexahydrate; UN1466
EINECS	233-402-1

Quality Control

Our Gadolinium Nitrate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity and metal content, typically targeting high-grade (e.g., 99.9% or 99.99% purity) material suitable for advanced applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles (including other rare earth elements), and physical parameters are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment. For long-term storage, a controlled atmosphere or desiccant is recommended to prevent caking and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Gd2O3 basis)	≥ 99.9%
Purity (Gd/TREO)	≥ 99.9%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 50 ppm
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 50 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%

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