Description

Lanthanum(III) Sulfate Nonahydrate 99% is a high-purity inorganic salt of the rare earth element lanthanum, supplied as a nonahydrate crystalline solid. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile precursor and catalyst in advanced material synthesis and industrial chemical processes. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the fields of specialty glass, phosphors, ceramics, and catalysis who require a reliable source of high-purity lanthanum ions.

Application

• Catalyst & Catalyst Support: Used as a catalyst or promoter in petroleum refining (e.g., fluid catalytic cracking) and organic synthesis.
• Phosphor & Luminescent Materials: Serves as a starting material for the production of lanthanum-based phosphors used in lighting, displays, and X-ray intensifying screens.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Acts as a key additive to modify the optical, thermal, and chemical resistance properties of optical glasses, laser glasses, and advanced ceramics.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a precursor for synthesizing other high-purity lanthanum compounds, including oxides, halides, and coordination complexes.
• Water Treatment: Utilized in research for phosphate removal and water purification applications.
• Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for studying rare earth chemistry, material science, and catalytic mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lanthanum(III) Sulfate Nonahydrate 99%
CAS No.	10294-62-9
Molecular Formula	La2(SO4)3·9H2O
Molecular Weight	728.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Lanthanum Sulfate Nonahydrate; Lanthanum(3+) Sulfate Nonahydrate; Sulfuric Acid, Lanthanum(3+) Salt, Nonahydrate; Lanthanum Sesquisulfate Nonahydrate; Lanthanum Trisulfate Nonahydrate; Lanthanum Sulfate (La2(SO4)3) Nonahydrate; Lanthanum Sulphate Nonahydrate
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Quality Control

Our Lanthanum(III) Sulfate Nonahydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the declared 99% minimum purity specification and is free from significant contaminants. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption and caking. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (La2(SO4)3·9H2O)	≥ 99.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005 %
Nitrate (NO3)	≤ 0.01 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001 %
Other Rare Earth Elements	≤ 0.1 %
Loss on Drying	22.0 - 24.0 %

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