Description

Potassium Niobate (CAS NO 12030-85-2) is a significant inorganic compound valued for its unique electro-optical and ferroelectric properties. This material is a cornerstone in advanced materials science, enabling the development of high-performance components for modern technology. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and researchers in the electronics, photonics, and ceramics industries.

Application

• Production of nonlinear optical crystals for laser frequency doubling and electro-optic modulators.
• Key raw material in the manufacture of ferroelectric ceramics for capacitors, sensors, and actuators.
• Used in the synthesis of photorefractive materials for holographic data storage and optical information processing.
• Component in piezoelectric composites for ultrasonic transducers and precision positioning systems.
• Research and development of lead-free piezoelectric materials for environmentally friendly electronics.
• As a catalyst precursor in specialized organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Fabrication of optical waveguides and integrated photonic devices.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Niobate
CAS No.	12030-85-2
Molecular Formula	KNbO₃
Molecular Weight	180.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Niobium Potassium Oxide; Potassium Metaniobate; KNbO3; Potassium Niobium Trioxide; Niobic Acid Potassium Salt; Potassium Niobate(V); Potassium Niobium Oxide
EINECS	234-761-3

Quality Control

Our Potassium Niobate is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and spectroscopic methods for impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all critical parameters are provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to KNbO₃ perovskite structure
Purity (KNbO₃)	≥ 99.0%
Particle Size (D50)	1-10 µm (custom sizes available)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 50 ppm

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