Description

Ytterbium Triiodate is a specialized inorganic compound of significant interest in advanced material science and research. Its unique properties make it a valuable precursor for synthesizing other ytterbium compounds and for applications requiring specific lanthanide characteristics. This high-purity material is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of specialty glass, phosphors, and catalysis. We provide consistent quality and reliable supply to meet the stringent demands of industrial and R&D applications.

Application

• Specialty Glass and Optical Materials: Used as a dopant or additive to modify the refractive index, density, and radiation resistance of glasses for specialized lenses and windows.
• Phosphor and Luminescent Material Production: Serves as a starting material for creating ytterbium-activated phosphors used in display technologies, lighting, and anti-counterfeiting inks.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated as a catalyst or catalyst component in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions due to its Lewis acidity.
• Ceramic and Electronic Material Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of advanced ceramics and dielectric materials for the electronics industry.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a potential precursor for depositing ytterbium-containing thin films in semiconductor and coating processes.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A key reagent for fundamental research in inorganic chemistry, material science, and the development of new lanthanide-based compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ytterbium Triiodate
CAS No.	14723-98-9
Molecular Formula	Yb(IO₃)₃
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Ytterbium(III) iodate; Triiodato ytterbium; Ytterbium iodate (Yb(IO3)3); Ytterbium iodate; Ytterbium triiodate (Yb(IO3)3); Ytterbium(3+) triiodate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ytterbium Triiodate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profile analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical 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 in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Handle and store under an inert atmosphere if long-term stability is required.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Yb(IO₃)₃)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.01%

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