Description

Cerium140 is a high-purity, stable isotope of the rare earth element cerium, identified by CAS No. 14191-73-2. This material is critical for advanced research and industrial applications where isotopic purity and specific nuclear properties are paramount. It is essential for scientists and engineers in the fields of nuclear physics, geochemical tracing, and the development of specialized radiation sources and detectors.

Application

• Nuclear Research & Isotope Geochemistry: Used as a tracer in geological dating and to study geochemical processes due to its specific isotopic signature.
• Radiation Source Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor or component in the production of calibrated radiation sources for instrumentation and calibration.
• Fundamental Physics Studies: Employed in experimental physics to investigate nuclear structure, decay schemes, and cross-section measurements.
• Advanced Material Science: Utilized in the development of novel materials where the unique properties of a specific cerium isotope are required.
• Medical Research Isotopes: Acts as a target material or parent isotope in the research and production of diagnostic or therapeutic radioisotopes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cerium140
CAS No.	14191-73-2
Molecular Formula	Ce (Isotopic form: 140Ce)
Molecular Weight	139.905 (Atomic Mass)
Synonyms	140Ce; Cerium-140; Ce-140; Cerium, isotope of mass 140; Cerium 140 isotope; 14058Ce; Cerium (140Ce)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cerium140 is produced and handled under stringent conditions to ensure isotopic and chemical purity. Each batch is characterized using advanced mass spectrometric techniques to confirm isotopic enrichment and assess chemical impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic abundance, elemental purity, and trace metal content is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and reliability for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product should be kept in its original packaging to minimize exposure to air and moisture. Handle and store in accordance with all relevant laboratory safety regulations for stable isotopic compounds.

Specification

Item	Specification
Isotopic Enrichment (140Ce)	> 99.0% (atom)
Total Cerium Purity	> 99.9% (metals basis)
Form	Metal, Oxide, or Custom Salt
Identification (MS)	Conforms
Trace Rare Earth Impurities	< 0.1% (total)
Non-Rare Earth Metals (ICP-MS)	< 100 ppm (total)

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