Description

Lanthanum Chromite is an advanced inorganic ceramic material with the chemical composition LaCrO₃. This compound is a critical functional material prized for its exceptional high-temperature stability, electrical conductivity, and chemical inertness in oxidizing atmospheres. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and researchers in the advanced ceramics, energy technology, and environmental catalysis sectors for developing next-generation industrial components.

Application

• Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) Interconnects: Serves as a primary material for interconnects and protective coatings due to its high electronic conductivity and stability under operating conditions.
• High-Temperature Heating Elements: Used in the construction of resistive heating elements for furnaces operating in extreme environments.
• Chemical Sensors: Employed as a sensing electrode material in high-temperature gas sensors for monitoring combustion atmospheres.
• Protective Ceramic Coatings: Applied as a thermal barrier and corrosion-resistant coating on metallic components in aerospace and power generation.
• Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst support in high-temperature catalytic combustion and reforming processes.
• Electronic Ceramics: Utilized in the formulation of conductive ceramics and components for specialized electronic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lanthanum Chromite
CAS No.	12017-94-6
Molecular Formula	LaCrO₃
Molecular Weight	238.90 g/mol
Synonyms	Lanthanum Chromium Oxide; Lanthanum(III) Chromite; Perovskite Lanthanum Chromite; LaCrO3; Chromic Acid Lanthanum Salt; Lanthanum Chromium Trioxide; Lanthanum Orthochromite
EINECS	234-601-1

Quality Control

Our Lanthanum Chromite is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase purity, inductively coupled plasma (ICP) analysis for chemical composition, and laser diffraction for particle size distribution. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications is provided with each shipment.

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). Keep the container sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination from atmospheric dust.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Black or dark brown powder
Phase Purity (XRD)	Perovskite phase, single phase
Assay (LaCrO₃)	≥ 99.0%
Particle Size (D50)	1-5 µm (or as specified)
Specific Surface Area (BET)	2-10 m²/g
Impurities (ICP)	Heavy metals (as Pb): ≤ 50 ppm

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