Description

Lanthanum Trihydride is an inorganic compound of lanthanum and hydrogen, known for its unique properties as a hydrogen storage material and chemical precursor. This compound is critical for advanced research and industrial processes where a controlled source of hydrogen or a reactive lanthanum species is required. It is primarily utilized in hydrogen storage technology development, catalysis, and materials science research for specialized alloy production.

Application

• Hydrogen Storage and Fuel Cell Research: Investigated as a potential solid-state material for reversible hydrogen storage due to its high hydrogen content.
• Chemical Synthesis Precursor: Serves as a starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of other lanthanum compounds and complex metal hydrides.
• Catalysis: Used in specialized hydrogenation and dehydrogenation catalytic processes in petrochemical and fine chemical research.
• Materials Science & Metallurgy: Employed in the production of specialty alloys and as a gettering agent to remove trace gases in high-vacuum or inert atmosphere systems.
• Energy Research: Studied for applications in next-generation battery technologies and thermoelectric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lanthanum Trihydride
CAS No.	13864-01-2
Molecular Formula	LaH3
Molecular Weight	141.93 g/mol (LaH3)
Synonyms	Lanthanum(III) hydride; Lanthanum hydride (LaH3); Trihydridolanthanum; Lanthanum hydrogen (1:3); Lanthanum(3+) trihydride
EINECS	237-626-2

Quality Control

Our Lanthanum Trihydride is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for research and industrial applications. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized nature, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The container should be kept sealed and only opened in a controlled, moisture-free environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark gray to black powder or lumps
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to LaH3 structure
Assay (LaH3)	≥ 95.0%
Hydrogen Content	≥ 2.1 wt% (Theoretical: ~2.13 wt%)
Metallic Impurities (ICP-OES)	Contact for details
Oxygen Content	< 1.0%
Nitrogen Content	< 0.5%
Particle Size (Typical)	Contact for details

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