Description

Erbium-166 is a high-purity, radioactive isotope of the rare earth element erbium, identified by CAS No. 14900-11-9. This specialized material is critical for advanced applications in nuclear medicine and materials science, offering unique radiotherapeutic properties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and specialized industrial sectors requiring precise radioisotopes for targeted treatments and diagnostic research.

Application

• Radiotherapeutic Agent: Used in the development of targeted radionuclide therapy (TRT) for treating various cancers, particularly in bone pain palliation.
• Medical Research: Serves as a key component in preclinical and clinical studies for new radiopharmaceuticals and brachytherapy seeds.
• Industrial Tracer: Employed in wear analysis, flow tracing, and process diagnostics within controlled industrial environments.
• Neutron Activation: Acts as a target material for producing other isotopes in nuclear reactors or accelerators.
• Calibration Standards: Used to calibrate radiation detection and measurement equipment in laboratory and field settings.
• Materials Science Research: Utilized in doping experiments to study the effects of radiation on material properties and for creating luminescent materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Erbium-166
CAS No.	14900-11-9
Molecular Formula	166Er
Molecular Weight	165.930 u
Synonyms	Erbium-166 isotope; 166Er; Erbium 166; Radioerbium-166; Erbium, isotope of mass 166; Erbium 166 isotope target; Erbium-166 radionuclide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Erbium-166 is produced and handled under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including radionuclidic purity, radiochemical purity, and specific activity determination via gamma spectrometry and HPLC. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided, documenting compliance with stringent specifications for research and clinical use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a dedicated, shielded, and secure radioactive materials facility at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Adhere to all local, national, and international regulations for the storage and handling of radioactive substances. The product is strictly light-sensitive (protect from all light exposure).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Solid (typically as oxide or in solution on request)
Radionuclidic Identity	Gamma spectrometry
Radionuclidic Purity	≥ 99.9%
Radiochemical Purity	≥ 98.0% (HPLC)
Specific Activity	Contact for details
Carrier Content	Defined per batch (ICP-MS)

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