Description

Gadolinium(III) Sulfate is an inorganic salt of the rare earth element gadolinium, widely recognized for its paramagnetic properties. This compound is essential for research and development in advanced materials and spectroscopic applications due to its unique electronic configuration. It serves as a critical precursor and dopant material for industries including electronics, catalysis, and specialized chemical synthesis.

Application

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Research: Used in the development and testing of contrast agents and related paramagnetic materials.
• Phosphor and Luminescent Materials: Acts as a key dopant in the manufacture of specialized phosphors for displays and lighting.
• Catalysis: Serves as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in organic synthesis and petroleum refining processes.
• Glass and Ceramic Manufacturing: Employed to modify the optical and structural properties of specialty glasses and ceramics.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing other gadolinium compounds and complexes.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for studies in inorganic chemistry, materials science, and physics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gadolinium(III) Sulfate
CAS No.	13450-87-8
Molecular Formula	Gd2(SO4)3 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	602.69 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Digadolinium trisulfate; Gadolinium sesquisulfate; Gadolinium sulfate (Gd2(SO4)3); Gadolinium(3+) sulfate; Sulfuric acid, gadolinium(3+) salt (3:2)
EINECS	236-638-2

Quality Control

Our Gadolinium(III) Sulfate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

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 to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Gd2(SO4)3)	≥ 99.9%
Purity (Gd2O3 basis)	≥ 44.0%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001%
Loss on Drying	Contact for details

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