Description

Lutetium Nitrate Hexahydrate is a high-purity inorganic salt of the rare earth element lutetium, primarily valued for its role as a critical precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its high chemical purity and defined stoichiometry make it essential for applications requiring precise doping and luminescent properties. This compound is particularly significant for research institutions and manufacturers in the photonics, catalysis, and specialty glass industries.

Application

• Phosphor and Scintillator Manufacturing: A key precursor for doping materials to create efficient phosphors for LEDs, displays, and radiation detection scintillators.
• Catalysis Research: Used in the development and study of specialized catalysts for organic synthesis and petrochemical processes.
• Optical Glass and Fiber Optics: Employed as a doping agent to modify the refractive index and other optical properties of specialty glasses and fibers.
• Ceramic and Electronic Materials: Serves as a starting material for producing lutetium-based ceramics and electronic components.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for chemical synthesis and materials science research involving rare earth chemistry.
• Medical Research Probes: Investigated for potential use in developing diagnostic imaging agents and research tools.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lutetium Nitrate Hexahydrate
CAS No.	36549-50-5
Molecular Formula	Lu(NO3)3·6H2O
Molecular Weight	469.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Lutetium(III) nitrate hexahydrate; Nitric acid, lutetium(3+) salt, hexahydrate; Lutetium trinitrate hexahydrate; Lu(NO3)3.6H2O; Lutetium nitrate (Lu(NO3)3) hexahydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lutetium Nitrate Hexahydrate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents and organic substances.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Lu(NO3)3·6H2O)	≥ 99.9%
Purity (Lu basis)	≥ 99.99% (4N)
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 50 ppm
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 50 ppm
Other Rare Earth Impurities	≤ 100 ppm (total)
Loss on Drying	Contact for details

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