Description

Thorium(IV) Nitrate is an inorganic salt of thorium, a key material in specialized industrial and research applications. Its primary value lies in its role as a soluble precursor for the synthesis of other thorium compounds and advanced materials. This product is essential for sectors including nuclear technology, materials science, and specialized chemical manufacturing, where consistent quality and reliable supply are critical.

Application

• Nuclear Fuel Cycle Research: Used as a starting material in the preparation of thorium dioxide (ThO₂) for nuclear fuel research and development.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of catalysts for petroleum refining and organic synthesis reactions.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Employed in the production of high-refractive-index optical glass and heat-resistant ceramics.
• Electronics & Semiconductors: Utilized in the deposition of thin films and coatings for electronic components.
• Analytical Chemistry: Acts as a standard or reagent in analytical procedures and spectroscopic studies.
• Chemical Intermediate: A vital raw material for synthesizing various thorium-based chemicals and coordination complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thorium(IV) Nitrate
CAS No.	13823-29-5
Molecular Formula	Th(NO₃)₄
Molecular Weight	480.06 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Thorium nitrate; Thorium tetranitrate; Nitric acid, thorium(4+) salt; Thorium(4+) nitrate; Thorium nitrate tetrahydrate (common hydrated form); UN 2976 (Transport regulation)
EINECS	237-514-1

Quality Control

Our Thorium(IV) Nitrate is manufactured under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profile analysis, to meet exacting customer specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and trace metal content is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Th(NO₃)₄)	≥ 99.0%
Thorium (Th) Content	Contact for details
Water (Hydration)	Typical: Tetrahydrate
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001%
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.005%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001%

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