Description

Neodymium Hydroxide is an inorganic compound of the rare earth element neodymium, widely recognized for its role as a crucial precursor material. Its primary commercial value lies in its conversion to high-purity neodymium oxide or metal, which are essential for advanced technological applications. This product is particularly vital for manufacturers in the permanent magnet, catalyst, and specialty glass industries, where consistent quality and reliable supply are paramount. As a hygroscopic material, it requires careful handling and storage to maintain its chemical integrity.

Application

• Permanent Magnet Manufacturing: A key intermediate in the production of neodymium-iron-boron (NdFeB) magnets, which are critical for electric vehicles, wind turbines, and high-performance motors.
• Catalyst Production: Used in the synthesis of catalysts for petroleum cracking and various organic synthesis reactions.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Imparts specific optical properties, such as color filtering and UV absorption, in high-end glass and ceramic formulations.
• Phosphor & Luminescent Materials: Serves as a starting material for doping agents in phosphors used in lighting and display technologies.
• Electronic Ceramics: Used in the production of multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) and other electronic components.
• Water Treatment: Employed in certain advanced processes for the removal of specific contaminants.
• Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new materials science and chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Neodymium Hydroxide
CAS No.	16469-17-3
Molecular Formula	Nd(OH)3
Molecular Weight	195.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Neodymium(3+) trihydroxide; Neodymium trihydroxide; Neodymium(III) hydroxide; Hydroxidoneodymium; Neodymium hydrate; Nd(OH)3; Rare earth hydroxide (Nd)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Neodymium Hydroxide is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) and X-ray Diffraction (XRD), to verify chemical composition and phase purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic nature, this material must be stored in a cool, dry place with minimal exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term stability, storage under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen in a sealed container is recommended. The recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light purple to violet powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to Nd(OH)3 structure
Assay (as Nd2O3)	≥ 85.0 %
Purity (Nd/TREO)	≥ 99.5 %
Impurities (ICP-OES)
- Cerium (Ce)	≤ 0.05 %
- Praseodymium (Pr)	≤ 0.10 %
- Iron (Fe)	≤ 50 ppm
- Calcium (Ca)	≤ 100 ppm
Loss on Ignition (LOI)	Contact for details
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable

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