Description

Cerium(III) Nitrate is an inorganic salt of the rare earth element cerium, widely recognized for its role as a versatile precursor and catalyst. Its significance lies in providing a soluble and reactive source of cerium ions, which are essential for imparting specific optical, catalytic, and structural properties in advanced materials. This compound is particularly critical for manufacturers and R&D teams in the ceramics, catalyst, and electronics industries seeking to enhance product performance.

Application

• Ceramics & Glass Manufacturing: Acts as a key dopant and polishing agent for optical glasses and advanced structural ceramics.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for automotive catalytic converters and industrial oxidation catalysts.
• Phosphors & Luminescent Materials: Used in the production of phosphors for lighting, displays, and X-ray intensifying screens.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as an oxidizing agent and catalyst in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Provides a cerium source for electroplating baths and corrosion-resistant coatings.
• Gas Sensing Materials: A component in the fabrication of sensors for detecting gases like CO and NOx.
• Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in materials science and chemistry research for developing new compounds.
• Water Treatment: Utilized in advanced oxidation processes for the degradation of organic pollutants.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Cerium(III) Nitrate
CAS No.	10108-73-3
Molecular Formula	Ce(NO3)3 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	326.13 g/mol (Anhydrous)
Synonyms	Cerous Nitrate; Nitric Acid, Cerium(3+) Salt; Cerium Trinitrate; Cerium Nitrate Hydrate; Cerium(3+) Nitrate; Aeium(III) Nitrate; Cerium Nitrate (Ce(NO3)3)
EINECS	233-272-5

Quality Control

Our Cerium(III) Nitrate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, metal content, and impurity profiles. We provide traceable Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with relevant industry standards. Customized purity grades, including high-purity (HP) and reagent grades, are available to meet specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and 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 and decomposition. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Ce(NO3)3•6H2O)	≥ 99.0%
Purity (Ce basis)	≥ 39.0%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001%
Other Rare Earths	≤ 0.1%
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
pH (5% solution)	3.0 - 5.0

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