Description

Neodymium Zirconium Oxide (Nd2Zr9O21) is a high-purity, mixed rare earth oxide ceramic material with a defined crystalline structure. This compound is valued for its exceptional thermal stability and unique catalytic and electrical properties, making it a critical component in advanced material science. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, catalysis, and high-performance ceramics sectors for developing next-generation components.

Application

• Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) Components: Used as an electrolyte or electrode material due to its high ionic conductivity and stability at elevated temperatures.
• Advanced Ceramics & Refractories: Serves as a dopant or primary phase in engineering ceramics to enhance thermal shock resistance, mechanical strength, and corrosion resistance.
• Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst support in various chemical processes, including automotive exhaust treatment and hydrocarbon reforming, leveraging its surface properties and stability.
• Phosphors and Optical Materials: Employed in the synthesis of specialized phosphors and glass ceramics for lasers, sensors, and lighting applications.
• Thermal Barrier Coatings (TBCs): A potential material for coating layers on turbine blades and other high-temperature metal parts to provide insulation and oxidation resistance.
• Oxygen Sensors: Utilized in the fabrication of sensing elements for detecting oxygen concentration in exhaust gases and industrial atmospheres.
• Research & Development: A key precursor material for academic and industrial research into novel electronic, magnetic, and ionic conductive materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Neodymium Zirconium Oxide
CAS No.	12201-79-5
Molecular Formula	Nd2Zr9O21
Molecular Weight	1506.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Neodymium Zirconate; Zirconium Neodymium Oxide; Nd2Zr9O21; Dineodymium Nonazirconium Henicosoxide; Zirconium oxide, compd. with neodymium oxide (Nd2O3:9ZrO2); Neodymium-doped zirconia; Rare earth zirconium oxide
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Quality Control

Our Neodymium Zirconium Oxide is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity, precise phase composition, and controlled particle size distribution. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and CO2.

Specification

Item	Specification
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to Nd2Zr9O21 phase
Assay (as Nd2Zr9O21)	≥ 99.0%
Neodymium Oxide (Nd2O3) Content	20.0 - 22.0 %
Zirconium Oxide (ZrO2) Content	78.0 - 80.0 %
Particle Size (D50)	1.0 - 5.0 µm
Specific Surface Area (BET)	2.0 - 10.0 m²/g
Loss on Ignition (LOI)	≤ 1.5 %

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