Description

Ytterbium Dichloride is an inorganic salt of the rare earth element ytterbium, known for its utility as a specialized precursor and catalyst. This compound is valued for its role in facilitating advanced chemical synthesis and materials research, particularly where controlled reactivity is paramount. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and researchers in the fields of specialty chemicals, catalysis, and the development of novel phosphors and optical materials.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Serves as a source material for depositing ytterbium-containing thin films.
• Phosphor Manufacturing: A key starting material in the production of specialized luminescent materials.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for exploring new materials and chemical pathways.
• Doping Agent: Used to dope glasses and crystals for modifying optical properties.
• Specialty Reagent: Acts as a reagent in the synthesis of other ytterbium complexes and organometallic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ytterbium Dichloride
CAS No.	13874-77-6
Molecular Formula	Cl2Yb
Molecular Weight	279.95 g/mol
Synonyms	Ytterbium(III) chloride; Ytterbium chloride; Ytterbium trichloride; Dichloroytterbium; Ytterbium chloride (YbCl3); YbCl3; Ytterbium chloride anhydrous
EINECS	237-639-9

Quality Control

Our Ytterbium Dichloride is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profile analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

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) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (YbCl3)	≥ 99.9%
Assay (Ytterbium)	≥ 61.5%
Rare Earth Impurities	≤ 0.1%
Water Solubility	Clear, colorless solution

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