Description

Dysprosium Iodide is a high-purity inorganic salt of the rare earth element dysprosium. This compound is valued for its role as a specialized precursor in advanced material synthesis and research applications. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research institutions in the fields of specialty chemicals, electronics, and catalysis.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) & Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): Serves as a critical precursor for depositing dysprosium-containing thin films in semiconductor and optical coating manufacturing.
• Specialty Catalyst Synthesis: Used as a starting material in the preparation of organodysprosium catalysts for organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Phosphor & Luminescent Material Production: Acts as a key dopant or raw material in the development of advanced phosphors for lighting, displays, and radiation detection.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new magnetic materials, superconductors, and other rare earth-based compounds.
• Glass & Ceramic Modification: Used to introduce dysprosium ions into specialty glass and ceramic matrices to alter optical or magnetic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a reagent in specific organic transformations, such as iodination or as a Lewis acid catalyst.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dysprosium Iodide
CAS No.	15474-63-2
Molecular Formula	DyI3
Molecular Weight	543.21 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Dysprosium triiodide; Triiododysprosium; Dysprosium(III) iodide; Dysprosium iodide (DyI3); Rare earth iodide; CAS 15474-63-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dysprosium Iodide is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistency, meeting the exacting requirements of advanced material synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing purity, trace metal analysis, and other critical parameters is supplied with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, this material should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a moisture-controlled environment to prevent degradation. Recommended long-term storage temperature: 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Dysprosium Iodide, DyI3)	≥ 99.9% (Trace Metals Basis)
Purity (Dy)	≥ 99.9% (REO)
Trace Rare Earth Impurities	≤ 0.1% (Total)
Loss on Drying	Contact for details

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