Description

Niobium Oxide Hydrate is a versatile inorganic compound widely utilized as a precursor material in advanced industrial applications. Its primary value lies in its role as a critical intermediate for synthesizing high-purity niobium compounds, catalysts, and specialty ceramics. This product is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in the electronics, optics, and chemical catalyst industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for their processes.

Application

• Catalyst Production: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of solid acid catalysts and photocatalysts for chemical reactions.
• Electronic Ceramics: Used in the manufacture of dielectric materials for capacitors and other electronic components.
• Optical Coatings: Acts as a starting material for producing niobium-based thin films and coatings with specific refractive indices.
• Specialty Glass: Employed as an additive to modify the properties of optical and technical glasses.
• Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in laboratories for developing new niobium compounds and materials science research.
• Ceramic Pigments: Used in the formulation of stable, high-temperature ceramic colors and glazes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Niobium Oxide Hydrate
CAS No.	12326-08-8
Molecular Formula	Nb2O5·xH2O
Molecular Weight	265.81 (anhydrous basis) + hydrate
Synonyms	Niobium(V) Oxide Hydrate; Hydrated Niobium Pentoxide; Niobic Acid; Columbium Oxide Hydrate; Niobium Hydroxide Oxide; Nb2O5 Hydrate; Diniobium Pentaoxide Hydrate
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Quality Control

Our Niobium Oxide Hydrate is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profiles, and loss on drying. Our quality commitment aligns with general industrial and reagent-grade standards to meet the specific needs of our global B2B clients.

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 minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Nb2O5)	≥ 85.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 15.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.02 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002 %

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