Description

Cerium Trihydroxide is a specialized inorganic compound of significant industrial importance. Its unique chemical properties make it a valuable precursor and catalyst component in advanced material synthesis and environmental applications. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, catalyst, and glass polishing industries seeking high-purity rare earth materials.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: A key starting material for synthesizing cerium-based catalysts used in automotive exhaust systems and industrial oxidation processes.
• Glass Polishing Compounds: Serves as a fundamental component in the formulation of high-performance cerium oxide polishing powders for optical lenses, LCD displays, and silicon wafers.
• Specialty Ceramics & Pigments: Used in the production of advanced ceramics and as a colorant or stabilizer in high-temperature pigments and coatings.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as an intermediate in the production of other cerium salts and organometallic compounds for various chemical processes.
• UV Absorber & Stabilizer: Incorporated into polymers and coatings to provide ultraviolet light absorption and stabilization properties.
• Water Treatment & Environmental Remediation: Explored for use in adsorption and catalytic processes for the removal of contaminants from wastewater.
• Electronics Material: Utilized in the fabrication of certain dielectric layers and components within the electronics industry.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for material science research and development of new applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cerium Trihydroxide
CAS No.	15785-09-8
Molecular Formula	Ce(OH)3 or H3CeO3
Molecular Weight	191.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Cerium(III) hydroxide; Cerous hydroxide; Trihydroxycerium; Cerium hydroxide (Ce(OH)3); Cerium(3+) trihydroxide; Cerium hydrate; Rare earth hydroxide (cerium); Ce(OH)3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cerium Trihydroxide is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters such as assay (Ce(OH)3 content), impurity profiles (including other rare earth elements), and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high consistency and reliability.

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 should be kept away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents to prevent decomposition. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric carbon dioxide and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to pale brown powder
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to standard
Assay (as Ce(OH)3)	≥ 99.0%
Cerium (Ce) Content	≥ 73.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.02%
Other Rare Earth Elements	≤ 0.5%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005%
Lead (Pb)	≤ 0.001%
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details

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