Description

Lanthanum Metaborate is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula LaBO₃, valued for its unique optical and thermal properties. This material is a critical component in the formulation of specialty glasses, phosphors, and ceramic fluxes. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the electronics, optics, and advanced ceramics industries for its ability to modify material characteristics and enhance performance.

Application

• Optical Glass & Fiber Manufacturing: Acts as a key dopant to modify refractive index and improve transmission properties in specialty optical glasses and fibers.
• Phosphor & Luminescent Materials: Serves as a host lattice or co-activator in phosphors for displays, lighting (LEDs), and X-ray intensifying screens.
• Ceramic & Enamel Fluxes: Used to lower melting points and improve the gloss, durability, and chemical resistance of ceramic glazes and porcelain enamels.
• Catalyst Supports & Components: Employed in catalytic systems, particularly in petroleum refining and exhaust gas treatment, due to its thermal stability.
• Electronic Ceramics: A component in dielectric materials and other electronic ceramics for capacitors and sensors.
• Laboratory Research & Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a reagent or precursor in solid-state chemistry and materials science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lanthanum Metaborate
CAS No.	13703-99-6
Molecular Formula	LaBO₃
Molecular Weight	185.72 g/mol
Synonyms	Lanthanum(III) borate; Lanthanum monoborate; Borate(1-), lanthanum(3+) salt (1:1); Lanthanum boron oxide; LaBO₃; Lanthanum orthoborate (common misnomer)
EINECS	237-269-6

Quality Control

Our Lanthanum Metaborate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to verify chemical identity, purity, and physical properties, ensuring it meets the high standards required for advanced material applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (LaBO₃)	≥ 99.0%
Lanthanum (La) Content	≥ 74.5%
Boron (B) Content	≥ 5.8%
Particle Size (D50)	< 10 µm (or as specified)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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