Description

Yttrium Trifluoroacetate Hydrate is a high-purity inorganic salt of yttrium, a critical rare earth element, with the trifluoroacetate ligand. This compound is a vital precursor material in advanced materials science, particularly valued for its role in the synthesis of high-performance ceramics and thin films. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, catalysis, and specialty chemical sectors who require precise control over yttrium content and material properties. Its controlled decomposition pathway makes it a preferred choice for chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and sol-gel processes.

Application

• Thin Film Deposition: A key precursor for Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) to produce yttrium-containing films for semiconductor and optical coatings.
• Advanced Ceramics: Used in the sol-gel synthesis of yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ) and other high-temperature structural ceramics for fuel cells and thermal barrier coatings.
• Catalyst Research: Serves as a starting material for developing heterogeneous catalysts, including those for polymerization and organic synthesis.
• Phosphor & Luminescent Materials: A raw material in the production of yttrium-based phosphors used in displays (LEDs, PDPs) and scintillation crystals.
• Superconductor Research: Employed in the synthesis of yttrium barium copper oxide (YBCO) and other high-temperature superconducting materials.
• Specialty Glass & Fiber Optics: Used as a doping agent to modify the refractive index and other properties of specialty optical glasses and fibers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Yttrium Trifluoroacetate Hydrate
CAS No.	37737-28-3
Molecular Formula	Y(CF3COO)3·xH2O
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Yttrium(III) trifluoroacetate hydrate; Trifluoroacetic acid yttrium(III) salt hydrate; Yttrium tris(trifluoroacetate) hydrate; Y(TFA)3·xH2O; Yttrium trifluoroacetate; Yttrium trifluoroethanoate hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Yttrium Trifluoroacetate Hydrate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) for metallic purity and titration or gravimetric analysis for assay determination, to ensure consistency and compliance with customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided and available upon request.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Y2O3 basis)	≥ 99.9% (trace metals basis)
Purity (Y(TFA)3)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	Contact for details
Trace Metal Impurities (ICP-OES/MS)	≤ 100 ppm total

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