Description

Ytterbium(II) Iodide Powder, >=99.9% Trace Metals Basis is a high-purity inorganic salt of the rare earth element ytterbium in its +2 oxidation state. This material is critical for advanced research and development where ultra-high purity and specific stoichiometry are non-negotiable for consistent results. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of solid-state chemistry, materials science, and specialty inorganic synthesis.

Application

• Solid-State Material Synthesis: A key precursor for the preparation of novel ytterbium-doped or ytterbium-based inorganic compounds, including complex halides and chalcogenides.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated as a potential catalyst or catalyst component in specialized organic transformations and polymerization reactions due to its unique electronic structure.
• Optical Material Development: Used in research to develop luminescent materials, phosphors, and optical glasses where specific ytterbium ions are required for their emission properties.
• Thin Film Deposition: Serves as a source material for physical vapor deposition (PVD) techniques to create thin films for electronic or protective coatings.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for exploring the chemistry of divalent lanthanides and synthesizing model compounds for magnetic or spectroscopic studies.
• Doping Agent: Employed to dope other crystalline materials to modify their electrical, magnetic, or optical characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ytterbium(II) Iodide Powder, >=99.9% Trace Metals Basis
CAS No.	19357-86-9
Molecular Formula	YbI2
Molecular Weight	426.85 g/mol
Synonyms	Ytterbium Diiodide; Ytterbous Iodide; Diiodytterbium; Ytterbium(2+) Iodide; YbI2; Ytterbium(II) Iodide; Ytterbium iodide (YbI2)
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Quality Control

Our Ytterbium(II) Iodide Powder is manufactured and handled under controlled conditions to maintain its high purity and chemical integrity. Each batch is analyzed to confirm the >=99.9% trace metals basis purity specification. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing trace impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature and tendency to be easily oxidized, this material must be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Powder, color as supplied
Assay (YbI2)	>=99.9% (Trace Metals Basis)
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms
Trace Rare Earth Impurities	< 1000 ppm total
Moisture Content (Karl Fischer)	< 0.5% w/w
Particle Size	Contact for details

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