Description

Niobium Pentahydroxide is a specialized inorganic compound that serves as a crucial precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its high reactivity and purity make it an essential raw material for producing high-performance niobium oxides and other functional materials. This product is primarily utilized by manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, catalysis, and specialty ceramics industries seeking consistent quality for their processes.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of niobium-based catalysts for petrochemical and fine chemical reactions.
• Electronic Ceramics: A key starting material for producing dielectric ceramics in capacitors and other electronic components.
• Optical Coatings: Serves as a precursor for niobium oxide thin films used in anti-reflective and protective optical coatings.
• Specialty Glass: Employed as an additive to modify the refractive index and chemical durability of optical and technical glasses.
• Corrosion-Resistant Coatings: Used in sol-gel processes to create protective surface layers on metals.
• Research & Development: A vital reagent in academic and industrial labs for developing new niobium-containing compounds and nanomaterials.
• Ion Exchange Materials: Acts as a starting point for synthesizing niobate-based ion exchangers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Niobium Pentahydroxide
CAS No.	19132-56-0
Molecular Formula	Nb(OH)5 or Nb2O5·xH2O
Molecular Weight	~187.93 (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Niobium(V) Hydroxide; Hydrated Niobium Pentoxide; Niobic Acid; Columbium Pentahydroxide; Niobium Oxide Hydroxide; Nb(OH)5; Niobium(5+) pentahydroxide
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Quality Control

Our Niobium Pentahydroxide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests including assay, impurity profiling, and physical characterization. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available for every batch to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong alkalis and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white amorphous powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Nb2O5)	≥ 75.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.02 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 50 ppm
Loss on Ignition	20 - 30 %

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