Description

Plutonium-239 is a man-made, fissile transuranic radioactive isotope of plutonium, with the CAS registry number 15117-48-3. It is a material of paramount importance in the nuclear industry due to its ability to sustain a nuclear chain reaction. This high-purity isotope is essential for specialized applications in nuclear energy, scientific research, and advanced technology development where precise isotopic composition and material integrity are critical.

Application

• Nuclear Fuel Fabrication: Primary fissile material for use in fast breeder reactors and mixed oxide (MOX) fuel assemblies.
• Scientific Research & Isotope Production: Used as a target material in nuclear physics research and for the production of other transuranic elements and isotopes.
• Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generators (RTGs): Serves as a long-lasting heat source for power generation in remote or space applications.
• Neutron Source: Acts as a compact, intense neutron source for activation analysis and materials testing.
• National Security & Defense Programs: Employed in specialized applications under strict regulatory frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	Plutonium-239
CAS No.	15117-48-3
Molecular Formula	Pu
Molecular Weight	239.052 g/mol
Synonyms	Pu-239; Plutonium-239 isotope; Plutonium, isotope of mass 239; 239Pu; Plutonium 239; Plutonium, isotopic mass 239; Radioactive plutonium (Pu-239); Fissile plutonium
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Plutonium-239 is produced and handled under the most stringent quality assurance protocols, adhering to international nuclear material safeguards and non-proliferation standards. Material purity, isotopic composition, and radiological safety are verified through advanced analytical techniques including mass spectrometry and alpha spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic assay, chemical purity, and specific activity is provided with all shipments to ensure traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed, specially designed container within a certified glovebox or hot cell, protected from all light exposure and under an inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation. Store in a dedicated, secure, and shielded nuclear facility with strict access controls and continuous environmental monitoring. Storage conditions must comply with all national and international regulations for special nuclear materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Silvery metallic solid (under inert atmosphere)
Isotopic Purity (Pu-239)	≥ 93.0%
Total Plutonium Content	≥ 99.5% (metallic basis)
Specific Activity	~2.3 x 10^9 Bq/g
Gamma Dose Rate (at surface)	Contact for details
Neutron Emission Rate	Contact for details
Major Isotopic Impurities (Pu-240, Pu-238, etc.)	Specified per grade
Chemical Impurities (U, Am, Fe, etc.)	Specified per grade

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