Description

Samarium Oxalate is a high-purity inorganic salt of the rare earth element samarium, widely recognized for its role as a critical precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its consistent quality and controlled particle morphology are essential for producing materials with predictable and superior performance characteristics. This compound is a key raw material for researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, catalysis, and specialty glass industries seeking to leverage the unique optical and magnetic properties of samarium.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of catalysts for organic synthesis and petroleum refining processes.
• Phosphor Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for producing samarium-doped phosphors used in display technologies and lighting.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: An additive for manufacturing glasses and ceramics with specific optical or electrical properties.
• Magnetic Material Production: A precursor in the fabrication of samarium-cobalt (SmCo) permanent magnets.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a reagent in laboratory research for developing new inorganic compounds and materials.
• Nuclear Applications: Utilized in certain control rod and shielding materials due to samarium's neutron absorption characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Samarium Oxalate
CAS No.	3252-68-4
Molecular Formula	Sm2(C2O4)3·xH2O
Molecular Weight	552.85 (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Disamarium Trioxalate; Samarium(III) Oxalate; Oxalic Acid, Samarium Salt; Samarium Ethanedioate; Samarium Sesquioxalate; Rare Earth Oxalate; RE Oxalate (Sm)
EINECS	221-838-7

Quality Control

Our Samarium Oxalate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards for research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profiles, and loss on drying.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Sm2O3)	≥ 44.0 %
Purity (Sm2(C2O4)3)	≥ 99.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 12.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005 %
Other Rare Earths	≤ 0.5 %

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