Description

Indium Nitrate Hydrate is a high-purity inorganic salt of indium, a critical metal with unique electronic and optical properties. This compound serves as a versatile and essential precursor for the synthesis of advanced materials and catalysts. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research institutions in the electronics, semiconductor, and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring precise material properties.

Application

• Precursor for Indium Oxide (ITO) Synthesis: A key starting material for producing indium tin oxide (ITO) sputtering targets and nanopowders used in transparent conductive films for displays, touch screens, and solar cells.
• Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the formulation of catalysts for organic synthesis and specialized chemical processes.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Used in electroplating baths to deposit indium or indium-alloy coatings for specialized corrosion resistance or solderability.
• Research & Development: Serves as a fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for developing new inorganic materials, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and functional ceramics.
• Phosphor & Luminescent Material Production: Acts as a dopant source in the manufacture of specific phosphors and luminescent materials.
• Glass & Ceramic Additive: Used to modify the properties of specialty glasses and ceramics, such as refractive index or conductivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Indium Nitrate Hydrate
CAS No.	207398-97-8
Molecular Formula	In(NO3)3·xH2O
Molecular Weight	300.83 (anhydrous basis) + hydrate component
Synonyms	Indium(III) nitrate hydrate; Nitric acid, indium(3+) salt, hydrate; Indium trinitrate hydrate; Indium nitrate; Indium nitrate trihydrate (common hydrate form); Indium(III) nitrate; Indium nitrate solution precursor
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Quality Control

Our Indium Nitrate Hydrate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of advanced material synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing assay, impurity profile, and other critical parameters is available for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking or decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Indium content)	≥ 99.9% (Metals basis)
Water of Hydration	Determined by TGA/LOD
Insoluble Matter	< 0.01%
Chloride (Cl)	< 10 ppm
Sulfate (SO4)	< 10 ppm
Trace Metal Impurities (ICP-MS)	Individual < 5 ppm

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