Description

Cerium(III) Oxalate is a specialized inorganic salt of cerium and oxalic acid, widely recognized for its role as a high-purity precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its controlled decomposition properties make it a critical intermediate for producing ultra-fine cerium oxide (ceria) powders with tailored particle characteristics. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the catalysts, electronics, and glass polishing industries, where material purity and consistency are paramount for performance.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A key starting material for synthesizing cerium-based catalysts used in automotive exhaust systems and chemical processing.
• Specialty Ceramics & Glass: Used in the production of advanced ceramics, optical glass, and polishing compounds for high-precision lenses and semiconductors.
• Phosphor Manufacturing: Serves as a raw material in the synthesis of luminescent materials and phosphors for lighting and display technologies.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a precursor for depositing cerium oxide thin films in electronic and protective coating applications.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial labs for developing new materials, including ceria-based electrolytes for solid oxide fuel cells.
• Nuclear Industry: Employed in certain nuclear fuel cycle processes and as a component in radiation-shielding materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cerium(III) Oxalate
CAS No.	15750-47-7
Molecular Formula	C6Ce2O12 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	Anhydrous: 544.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Cerous Oxalate; Dicerium Trioxalate; Oxalic Acid, Cerium(3+) Salt; Cerium Oxalate Hydrate; Cerium Sesquioxalate; Cerium Trioxalate; Cerium(3+) Oxalate; Ce2(C2O4)3
EINECS	239-854-3

Quality Control

Our Cerium(III) Oxalate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, metal content, and physical properties. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and loss on drying is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and 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 caking or degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Ce2O3)	≥ 48.0 %
Purity (Ce2(C2O4)3)	≥ 99.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 15.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.02 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005 %
Other Rare Earth Impurities	≤ 0.5 %

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