Description

Thulium(III) Acetate Hydrate 99.9% Trace Metals Basis is a high-purity inorganic salt of the rare earth element thulium. This compound is valued for its role as a specialized precursor in advanced material synthesis and research, where exceptional purity and precise stoichiometry are critical. It is primarily required by manufacturers and research institutions in the fields of phosphors, specialty catalysts, and advanced optical materials.

Application

• Phosphor and Luminescent Material Synthesis: A key precursor for doping host lattices to produce specialized phosphors for display technologies and solid-state lighting.
• Catalyst Research & Development: Used in the preparation of catalysts for organic synthesis and polymerization processes, where rare earth elements modify activity and selectivity.
• Optical Glass and Fiber Fabrication: Serves as a dopant to modify the refractive index and other optical properties of specialty glasses and fibers for lasers and telecommunications.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a source material for depositing thulium-containing thin films in semiconductor and coating applications.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Employed as a high-purity starting material for investigating the chemical and physical properties of thulium compounds.
• Medical Research Applications: Investigated for potential use in medical imaging and radiation therapy due to thulium's nuclear properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thulium(III) Acetate Hydrate 99.9% Trace Metals Basis
CAS No.	207738-11-2
Molecular Formula	Tm(CH₃COO)₃·xH₂O
Molecular Weight	Contact for details (varies with hydration)
Synonyms	Thulium Acetate Hydrate; Thulium Triacetate Hydrate; Acetic acid, thulium(3+) salt, hydrate; Thulium(3+) acetate hydrate; Thulium(III) Acetate; Thulium Acetate; Tm(OAc)₃·xH₂O
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Thulium(III) Acetate Hydrate is produced and tested to meet stringent purity requirements for research and industrial applications. The 99.9% (Trace Metals Basis) grade indicates high purity with respect to metallic impurities. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing lot-specific results for assay and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider the use of a desiccator.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Assay (Tm basis)	≥ 99.9%
Purity (Trace Metals Basis)	99.9%
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Loss on Drying	Contact for details
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.01%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001%

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