Description

Samarium Nitrate Hexahydrate is a high-purity inorganic salt of the rare earth element samarium, widely recognized for its role as a versatile precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its significance lies in providing a soluble and reactive source of samarium ions, which are critical for imparting unique optical, magnetic, and catalytic properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of phosphors, specialty glass, chemical catalysts, and electronics.

Application

• Phosphor Manufacturing: A key raw material for producing red-emitting phosphors used in cathode-ray tubes, plasma display panels, and fluorescent lamps.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Acts as a dopant to create glasses with specific absorption properties for optical filters and laser applications.
• Chemical Synthesis & Catalysis: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing other samarium compounds and as a catalyst in organic reactions, including reductions and reformulations.
• Electronics & Magnets: Used in the research and development of samarium-cobalt (SmCo) permanent magnets and other electronic materials.
• Nuclear Industry: Employed in neutron absorption applications and as a component in control rods due to samarium's nuclear properties.
• Laboratory Research: A standard reagent for analytical chemistry, materials science research, and as a calibration standard.

Basic Information

Product Name	Samarium Nitrate Hexahydrate
CAS No.	13759-83-6
Molecular Formula	Sm(NO3)3·6H2O
Molecular Weight	444.47 g/mol
Synonyms	Samarium(III) nitrate hexahydrate; Nitric acid, samarium(3+) salt, hexahydrate; Samarium trinitrate hexahydrate; Samarium nitrate (Sm(NO3)3) hexahydrate; Samarium(3+) nitrate hexahydrate
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Quality Control

Our Samarium Nitrate Hexahydrate is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator or an inert atmosphere to minimize oxidation and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellowish crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Sm(NO3)3·6H2O)	≥ 99.9%
Purity (REO basis)	≥ 99.99%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01%
Other Rare Earth Impurities	≤ 0.01%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001%

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