Description

Scandium Chloride Hydrate is an inorganic salt of the rare earth element scandium, supplied as a hydrate. This compound serves as a crucial precursor material for synthesizing high-performance scandium alloys and advanced inorganic materials. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research institutions in the fields of specialty metallurgy, solid-state lighting, and catalysis.

Application

• Scandium-Aluminum Alloy Production: A key raw material for introducing scandium into aluminum alloys, significantly enhancing strength, weldability, and corrosion resistance for aerospace and high-performance automotive components.
• Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs): Used in the research and manufacture of scandium-stabilized zirconia electrolytes, which improve ionic conductivity and operational efficiency.
• High-Intensity Metal Halide Lamps: Acts as a dopant in the production of light sources that emit a spectrum closely resembling natural sunlight.
• Catalyst Research & Development: Employed as a precursor in organic synthesis and polymerization catalysts, where scandium acts as a potent Lewis acid.
• Electronic Ceramics & Phosphors: Used in the synthesis of specialized ceramics and phosphor materials for electronics and display technologies.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Serves as a source material for depositing scandium-containing thin films for optical and electronic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Scandium Chloride Hydrate
CAS No.	25813-71-2
Molecular Formula	ScCl3·xH2O
Molecular Weight	151.31 (anhydrous basis) + hydrate
Synonyms	Scandium(III) chloride hydrate; Scandium trichloride hydrate; Scandium chloride (ScCl3) hydrate; Scandium chloride, hydrate; Scandium chloride, hexahydrate (common hydrate form); Scandium (3+) chloride hydrate; Scandium chloride, ScCl3, hydrate
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Quality Control

Our Scandium Chloride Hydrate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure consistent purity and meets the specifications required for advanced material synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay (Scandium content), chloride content, and trace metal impurities.

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 to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Sc2O3 basis)	≥ 99.9% (99.99% available)
Chloride Content	Theoretical
Water Content (LOD)	As per hydrate grade
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01%
Trace Metals (ICP-MS)	Individual ≤ 10 ppm

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