Description

Lanthanum(III) Hydroxycarbonate is a high-purity inorganic compound of lanthanum, serving as a versatile precursor material. It is valued for its role in synthesizing advanced ceramics, catalysts, and optical materials where precise stoichiometry and purity are critical. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, catalysis, and specialty glass industries seeking reliable, high-quality lanthanum sources.

Application

• Catalyst Production: A key precursor for automotive three-way catalysts and petroleum cracking catalysts.
• Advanced Ceramics: Used in the manufacture of lanthanum-doped zirconia, barium titanate, and other electronic ceramics for capacitors and sensors.
• Phosphors and Optical Materials: Serves as a starting material for lanthanum oxide used in phosphors, laser crystals, and optical glasses.
• Water Treatment: Employed in the removal of phosphates and other contaminants from wastewater.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate for producing other high-purity lanthanum salts and compounds.
• Specialty Glass: Used in the formulation of high-refractive-index and radiation-absorbing glasses.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lanthanum(III) Hydroxycarbonate
CAS No.	12601-61-5
Molecular Formula	La(OH)CO₃ • xH₂O
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Lanthanum Carbonate Hydroxide; Basic Lanthanum Carbonate; Lanthanum Hydroxide Carbonate; Lanthanum Carbonate Basic; Lanthanum(III) Carbonate Hydroxide; Lanthanum Subcarbonate; CAS 12601-61-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lanthanum(III) Hydroxycarbonate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for advanced material synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, metal impurities, and physical characteristics are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic nature, store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions to prevent moisture absorption and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as La₂O₃)	≥ 50.0 %
Purity (La/TREO)	≥ 99.9 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.01 %
Loss on Ignition	Contact for details
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details

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