Description

Gadolinium(III) Chloride Hexahydrate is a high-purity inorganic salt of the rare earth element gadolinium, widely recognized for its paramagnetic properties. This compound is essential for advanced research and industrial processes requiring precise lanthanide chemistry. It is a critical precursor material for manufacturers and research institutions in sectors such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), catalysis, and phosphor production.

Application

• MRI Contrast Agent Precursor: A key starting material in the synthesis of gadolinium-based contrast agents for medical imaging.
• Catalysis Research: Used as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Phosphor & Luminescent Materials: Serves as a dopant in the manufacture of phosphors for displays, lighting, and X-ray intensifying screens.
• Glass & Ceramics: Employed to impart special optical properties and increase the refractive index of specialty glasses and ceramics.
• Nuclear Applications: Utilized in neutron absorption and shielding materials due to gadolinium's high neutron capture cross-section.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a source material for depositing gadolinium-containing thin films.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and academic research.
• Doping Agent for Optical Fibers: Incorporated into fiber optics to modify light transmission properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gadolinium(III) Chloride Hexahydrate
CAS No.	13450-84-5
Molecular Formula	GdCl3·6H2O
Molecular Weight	371.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Gadolinium trichloride hexahydrate; Gadolinium chloride (GdCl3) hexahydrate; Gadolinium(3+) chloride hexahydrate; Gadolinium chloride hydrate; UNII-9K628S5F1B; Gadolinium(III) chloride 6-hydrate; Gadolinium chloride (GdCl3), hexahydrate
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Quality Control

Our Gadolinium(III) Chloride Hexahydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards, with typical purity levels of 99.9% (3N) and 99.99% (4N) available. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles (including other rare earth elements), and physical parameters are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

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) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent hydrolysis and degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated environments.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GdCl3·6H2O)	≥ 99.9%
Purity (Gd basis)	≥ 31.0%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
Chloride Content (Cl)	28.5 - 28.8%
Rare Earth Impurities (TREO)	≤ 0.1%
Non-Rare Earth Impurities (Fe, Ca, etc.)	≤ 50 ppm each
Loss on Drying	28.0 - 29.5%

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