Description

Cerium(III) Nitrate Pentahydrate is a high-purity inorganic salt essential for advanced material synthesis and catalytic processes. Its consistent quality and reliable performance make it a critical precursor for manufacturers requiring precise control over material properties. This compound is primarily utilized by the electronics, catalyst, and specialty glass industries for its unique chemical functionality.

Application

• Catalyst Manufacturing: A key precursor in the production of automotive and industrial catalysts, including three-way catalytic converters.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Used as a polishing agent for precision optical lenses and as an additive to impart specific optical properties to glass.
• Phosphors & Luminescent Materials: Serves as a starting material in the synthesis of phosphors for lighting, displays, and scintillation detectors.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile cerium source in organic synthesis and the preparation of other cerium compounds.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Employed in electrolytic processes for depositing cerium-containing coatings that provide corrosion resistance.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for developing new materials, including nanomaterials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Cerium(III) Nitrate Pentahydrate
CAS No.	15878-75-8
Molecular Formula	Ce(NO3)3 · 5H2O
Molecular Weight	434.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Cerous Nitrate Pentahydrate; Nitric Acid, Cerium(3+) Salt, Pentahydrate; Cerium Trinitrate Pentahydrate; Cerium Nitrate (Ce(NO3)3) Pentahydrate; Cerium(3+) Nitrate Pentahydrate; Cerium Nitrate Hydrate; Ce(NO3)3·5H2O
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Quality Control

Our Cerium(III) Nitrate Pentahydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

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 under dry conditions to prevent caking or decomposition. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents and organic substances.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to colorless crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Ce(NO3)3·5H2O)	≥ 99.0%
Assay (CeO2 basis)	≥ 39.0%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001%
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%

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