Description

Neodymium Chloride is an inorganic salt of the rare earth element neodymium, widely recognized for its role as a versatile precursor in advanced materials synthesis. Its high reactivity and specific ionic properties make it a critical raw material for producing specialty catalysts, high-performance magnets, and optical components. This compound is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in the electronics, chemical synthesis, and glass/ceramics industries seeking to develop next-generation products.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of Ziegler-Natta type catalysts for polymer production and other organic transformations.
• Magnet Manufacturing: Serves as a key starting material in the production of high-strength neodymium-iron-boron (NdFeB) permanent magnets.
• Optical & Laser Materials: A fundamental dopant for creating specialized glasses and crystals used in lasers, fiber optics, and protective eyewear.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Employed as a precursor for depositing neodymium-containing thin films in semiconductor and coating applications.
• Research & Development: A vital reagent in academic and industrial labs for exploring new rare earth chemistry and material properties.
• Ceramic & Pigment Production: Imparts unique colors and modifies the properties of specialty ceramics and glass.

Basic Information

Product Name	Neodymium Chloride
CAS No.	10024-93-8
Molecular Formula	NdCl3 (commonly hydrated as NdCl3·xH2O)
Molecular Weight	250.60 g/mol (anhydrous)
Synonyms	Neodymium(III) chloride; Neodymium trichloride; Neodymium chloride anhydrous; Neodymium chloride hexahydrate; NdCl3; Trichloroneodymium
EINECS	233-031-5

Quality Control

Our Neodymium Chloride is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration and trace metal analysis by ICP-OES. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic nature, store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. For long-term stability, it is recommended to keep the material under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator. Store at room temperature (15-25°C).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Violet crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms
Assay (NdCl3 basis)	≥ 99.9%
Assay (Nd2O3 basis)	≥ 44.0%
Water Content (KF)	Contact for details
Rare Earth Impurities (ICP-OES)	≤ 0.1% total
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 50 ppm
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%

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