Description

Lanthanum Ammonium Nitrate is an inorganic salt compound of lanthanum, ammonium, and nitrate ions, identified by CAS NO 10169-00-3. This material is valued for its role as a high-purity lanthanum source in advanced material synthesis and catalytic processes. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the electronics, optics, and specialty chemical industries seeking consistent quality and reliable supply for precision applications.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the preparation of catalysts for petroleum refining and automotive exhaust systems.
• Optical Material Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for producing specialty glasses, phosphors, and laser crystals.
• Electronic Ceramics: A key raw material in the formulation of dielectric materials for multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) and other electronic components.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a precursor for depositing lanthanum-containing thin films in semiconductor fabrication.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for developing new materials, including superconductors and hydrogen storage alloys.
• Agricultural & Nutritional Supplements: Investigated for use in specialized fertilizers or as a trace element source, subject to regulatory approval.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lanthanum Ammonium Nitrate
CAS No.	10169-00-3
Molecular Formula	LaN4H12O9 or La(NO3)3·2NH4NO3
Molecular Weight	548.04 g/mol (for La(NO3)3·2NH4NO3)
Synonyms	Ammonium Lanthanum Nitrate; Lanthanum(III) Ammonium Nitrate; Lanthanum Nitrate Ammonium Salt; Lanthanum Nitrate - Ammonium Nitrate (1:2); LAN; Lanthanum Ammonium Nitrate Nonahydrate; Diammonium Lanthanum Trinitrate
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Quality Control

Our Lanthanum Ammonium Nitrate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for technical and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under dry conditions to prevent caking and degradation. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator or inert atmosphere to minimize oxidation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (La2O3 basis)	≥ 99.9%
Purity (La)	≥ 25.3%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 50 ppm
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 100 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 30 ppm
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%

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