Description

Lanthanum Bromide Hydrate is a high-purity inorganic salt of the rare earth element lanthanum, widely utilized in advanced material synthesis and specialized chemical processes. Its unique properties make it a critical precursor for manufacturing phosphors, catalysts, and other functional materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, optics, and chemical synthesis industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Scintillation Crystal Growth: A key precursor material for the synthesis of lanthanum bromide (LaBr3:Ce) scintillation crystals used in high-resolution radiation detectors, γ-ray spectroscopy, and medical imaging equipment.
• Phosphor Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material in the production of specialized phosphors for lighting, display technologies, and X-ray intensifying screens.
• Catalyst Preparation: Used in the preparation of lanthanum-based catalysts for petroleum refining, organic synthesis, and environmental catalysis applications.
• Optical Glass & Fiber: An additive for manufacturing high-refractive-index optical glasses and specialty fibers with specific transmission properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent or catalyst in organic and inorganic synthesis, including bromination and other halogenation reactions.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new materials, studying lanthanide chemistry, and developing novel electronic or magnetic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lanthanum Bromide Hydrate
CAS No.	224183-16-8
Molecular Formula	LaBr3·xH2O
Molecular Weight	378.62 (Anhydrous basis) + xH2O
Synonyms	Lanthanum(III) bromide hydrate; Lanthanum tribromide hydrate; LaBr3 hydrate; Tris(bromido)lanthanum hydrate; Lanthanum bromide (LaBr3) hydrate; Rare earth bromide hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lanthanum Bromide Hydrate is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests including assay, impurity profiling via ICP-MS, and confirmation of identity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, heavy metal content, and other critical parameters is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to standard
Assay (LaBr3 basis)	≥ 99.9%
Purity (La2O3 basis)	≥ 44.0%
Water Content (Loss on Drying)	Contact for details
Rare Earth Impurities (ICP-MS)	≤ 0.1% total
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 100 ppm
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 100 ppm

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