Description

Thulium Chloride is an inorganic salt of the rare earth element thulium, widely recognized for its role in specialized chemical synthesis and advanced material science. Its high purity and consistent quality are critical for applications requiring precise optical and magnetic properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of phosphor production, laser crystal doping, and as a catalyst precursor in organic chemistry.

Application

• Phosphor and Luminescent Material Production: A key dopant for creating specialized phosphors used in X-ray intensifying screens and solid-state lighting.
• Optical Fiber and Laser Crystal Manufacturing: Used as a doping agent to produce active laser media with specific emission wavelengths.
• Chemical Synthesis & Catalysis: Serves as a precursor or catalyst in organic reactions and the synthesis of other thulium compounds.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying rare earth chemistry, magnetic properties, and novel material applications.
• Electronic Ceramics: A component in the production of specialized electronic ceramics and ferroelectric materials.
• Nuclear Applications: Utilized in certain radiation detection and shielding materials due to thulium's nuclear properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thulium Chloride
CAS No.	19423-86-0
Molecular Formula	TmCl3 (commonly anhydrous or hexahydrate)
Molecular Weight	275.29 g/mol (anhydrous)
Synonyms	Thulium(III) chloride; Thulium trichloride; Thulium chloride (TmCl3); Thulium chloride anhydrous; Thulium chloride hexahydrate; Rare earth chloride (Tm); TM-CHLORIDE
EINECS	243-099-5

Quality Control

Our Thulium Chloride is produced under controlled conditions to ensure high chemical purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including inductively coupled plasma (ICP) analysis, X-ray diffraction (XRD), and titration methods. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, trace metal impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment.

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 (e.g., a dry box or under inert atmosphere) for long-term storage to prevent degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to standard
Assay (TmCl3 basis)	≥ 99.9% (99.99% available)
Rare Earth Purity (REO)	≥ 99.99%
Loss on Drying	Contact for details
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
Trace Metal Impurities (ICP)	Contact for details

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