Description

Neodymium143 is a high-purity, stable isotope of the rare earth element neodymium, identified by CAS NO 14336-83-5. This specialized material is critical for applications requiring precise isotopic composition and minimal neutron absorption cross-section. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of nuclear science, advanced material research, and high-precision analytical chemistry.

Application

• Nuclear Research & Isotope Tracers: Used as a target material or tracer in nuclear physics experiments and geochemical studies due to its specific isotopic signature.
• Advanced Material Science: Serves as a dopant or precursor in the development of specialized optical glasses, ceramics, and high-performance alloys where isotopic purity influences material properties.
• Analytical Standards: Employed as a certified reference material (CRM) for calibrating mass spectrometers and other high-precision analytical instrumentation.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated for use in specialized catalytic processes where the unique electronic structure of the Nd-143 isotope may offer distinct advantages.
• Medical & Scientific Isotopes: Potential precursor in the production of other medical or scientific isotopes through nuclear transmutation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Neodymium143
CAS No.	14336-83-5
Molecular Formula	Nd
Molecular Weight	142.91 g/mol (atomic weight of Nd-143 isotope)
Synonyms	Nd-143; 143Nd; Neodymium-143; Neodymium, isotope of mass 143; Neodymium 143 isotope; Stable Neodymium Isotope 143; 143Nd isotope
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Quality Control

Our Neodymium143 is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized for isotopic purity and chemical composition using advanced techniques like Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) and Glow Discharge Mass Spectrometry (GDMS). A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic abundance, elemental purity, and trace metal content is provided with every shipment to ensure compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to the reactive nature of rare earth metals in finely divided forms, appropriate precautions should be taken to prevent oxidation or contamination. For long-term storage of pure metal forms, an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) is recommended.

Specification

Item	Specification
Isotopic Purity (143Nd)	> 99.9%
Total Neodymium Purity	> 99.99% (4N) typical
Form	Metal (foil, rod, ingot) or Oxide powder
Identification (ICP-MS)	Conforms
Trace Rare Earth Impurities	< 100 ppm total
Non-Rare Earth Metallic Impurities	< 50 ppm total

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