Description

Lutetium(III) Iodide is a high-purity inorganic salt of the rare earth metal lutetium. This compound is valued for its role as a specialized precursor in advanced material synthesis and research applications. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research institutions in the fields of phosphors, scintillators, and specialty catalysts, where precise chemical composition is critical.

Application

• Phosphor and Scintillator Manufacturing: A key raw material for producing high-performance luminescent materials used in medical imaging (PET/CT scanners) and radiation detection.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Serves as a precursor for depositing lutetium-containing thin films in semiconductor and optical coating processes.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial labs for synthesizing novel rare earth compounds and studying their catalytic or magnetic properties.
• Specialty Catalysis: Employed as a catalyst or catalyst component in specialized organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Doping Agent: Used to dope other crystalline materials to modify their electrical or optical characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lutetium(III) Iodide
CAS No.	13813-45-1
Molecular Formula	LuI3
Molecular Weight	555.68 g/mol
Synonyms	Lutetium triiodide; Lutetium iodide (LuI3); Triiodolutetium; Lutetium(3+) triiodide; Lutetium iodide, anhydrous; CAS 13813-45-1
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Quality Control

Our Lutetium(III) Iodide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, trace metal analysis, and other critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment, ideally under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen, to prevent degradation. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (LuI3)	≥ 99.9% (Trace Metals Basis)
Purity (REO)	≥ 99.99%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Trace Rare Earth Impurities	≤ 100 ppm total

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