Description

Europium Chloride is an inorganic salt of the rare earth element europium, widely recognized for its role as a precursor in advanced materials. Its unique luminescent properties make it a critical component in the development of phosphors and optical devices. This high-purity compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the electronics, lighting, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable performance and consistent quality.

Application

• Phosphor Manufacturing: A key red-emitting activator in CRT screens, fluorescent lamps, and LED phosphors.
• Optical Materials: Used in the production of specialized glasses, lasers, and fiber optic amplifiers.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile catalyst and precursor for synthesizing other europium compounds and organometallic complexes.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying luminescence, magnetism, and catalytic properties.
• Nuclear Applications: Utilized in certain control rod and shielding materials due to europium's neutron absorption characteristics.
• Biomedical Imaging: Investigated for use as a contrast agent or biomarker in fluorescence-based imaging techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	Europium Chloride
CAS No.	10025-76-0
Molecular Formula	EuCl3 (commonly as hexahydrate, EuCl3·6H2O)
Molecular Weight	258.32 g/mol (anhydrous); 366.41 g/mol (hexahydrate)
Synonyms	Europium(III) chloride; Europium trichloride; Europium chloride hexahydrate; Europous chloride; EINECS 233-040-9; EuCl3; Rare earth chloride
EINECS	233-040-9

Quality Control

Our Europium Chloride is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including assay by titration or ICP-OES, and impurity profiling for other rare earth elements and heavy metals. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the product should be handled in a moisture-controlled environment. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to standard
Assay (EuCl3·6H2O basis)	≥ 99.9%
Purity (Eu basis)	≥ 99.99% (4N)
Other Rare Earth Impurities	≤ 100 ppm total
Chloride Content	Conforms to theoretical
Water of Crystallization (LOD)	27.0 - 30.0 %
Solubility (in water)	Clear, colorless solution

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