Description

Terbium Iodide is an inorganic salt of the rare earth element terbium, primarily used as a specialized precursor in advanced material synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing terbium ions into matrices for optical and electronic applications. It is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of phosphor development, specialty glass, and solid-state chemistry.

Application

• Phosphor and Luminescent Material Production: Acts as a key terbium source for creating green-emitting phosphors used in display technologies and lighting.
• Specialty Glass and Optical Fiber Doping: Used to dope glass and fibers to modify refractive index or introduce specific optical properties.
• Solid-State Chemistry Research: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing novel terbium-containing compounds and complexes.
• Thin Film Deposition (ALD/CVD): Employed as a precursor in vapor deposition techniques for creating thin films in microelectronics.
• Catalyst Development: Investigated for use in specialized organic synthesis and polymerization catalysts.
• Scintillator Crystal Growth: Used in the research and development of scintillator materials for radiation detection.

Basic Information

Product Name	Terbium Iodide
CAS No.	13813-40-6
Molecular Formula	TbI3
Molecular Weight	539.64 g/mol (for TbI3)
Synonyms	Terbium(III) iodide; Terbium triiodide; TbI3; Terbium iodide (TbI3); Terbium iodide anhydrous
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Quality Control

Our Terbium Iodide is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous quality testing, including analysis for terbium content, iodide content, and trace metal impurities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity and specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic nature, it is recommended to handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a desiccator for long-term stability. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to structure
Assay (TbI3)	≥ 99.9% (Trace Metals Basis)
Terbium (Tb) Content	≥ 28.9 %
Trace Rare Earth Impurities	≤ 0.1% (Total)

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