Description

Uranium Tetraboride (CAS NO 12007-84-0) is an advanced inorganic compound of significant interest in specialized industrial and research sectors. This material is valued for its unique combination of properties derived from its uranium and boron constituents. It serves as a critical precursor and functional material in high-technology applications, particularly within nuclear science and advanced materials engineering. Key industries that utilize this compound include nuclear fuel research, neutron capture therapy development, and the synthesis of high-performance ceramics and composites.

Application

• Nuclear Fuel Research & Development: Investigated as a potential advanced fuel material or burnable neutron absorber in nuclear reactor systems.
• Neutron Capture Therapy (NCT): Studied for its potential in boron neutron capture therapy (BNCT) due to the presence of boron-10 isotope.
• High-Performance Ceramics: Used in the synthesis of ultra-hard ceramics and composite materials for extreme environments.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a precursor for depositing uranium-boron containing thin films for specialized coatings.
• Solid-State Chemistry Research: Serves as a model compound for studying the chemistry and physics of actinide borides.
• Neutron Shielding & Moderation: Evaluated for applications in radiation shielding and neutron moderation components.
• Catalysis Research: Explored for catalytic properties in specialized hydrogenation or dehydrogenation reactions.
• Pyrotechnic & Ignition Compositions: Used in specialized pyrotechnic formulations for high-energy applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Uranium Tetraboride
CAS No.	12007-84-0
Molecular Formula	UB4
Molecular Weight	279.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Uranium boride (UB4); Tetraborouranium; Uranium(IV) boride; Uranium boron compound; CAS 12007-84-0
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Uranium Tetraboride is manufactured and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Production adheres to relevant nuclear material handling and safety standards. Each lot is analyzed for key parameters including uranium and boron content, isotopic composition (where applicable), and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay results, physical characteristics, and trace element analysis is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area dedicated for radioactive materials, away from incompatible substances. Due to the nature of uranium compounds, storage must comply with all applicable national and international regulations for radioactive materials. The container should be clearly labeled according to regulatory guidelines.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Black crystalline powder
Assay (UB4)	≥ 95.0%
Uranium Content	Contact for details
Boron Content	Contact for details
Isotopic Composition (B-10)	Natural or Enriched (Specify)
Particle Size	Customizable (e.g., -100 mesh, -325 mesh)
Trace Metallic Impurities	≤ 1000 ppm total

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