Description

Niobium n-Propoxide is an organometallic compound of niobium, widely utilized as a versatile precursor in advanced materials synthesis. Its high reactivity and solubility in organic solvents make it a critical component for depositing uniform, high-purity niobium oxide films. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, optics, and catalysis sectors seeking reliable, high-performance metal-organic precursors.

Application

• Sol-Gel Processing & Thin Film Deposition: A key precursor for the synthesis of niobium oxide (Nb₂O₅) thin films via spin-coating, dip-coating, or chemical vapor deposition (CVD).
• Electronic Ceramics & Dielectrics: Used in the production of high-k dielectric layers for capacitors, memory devices, and other microelectronic components.
• Optical Coatings & Waveguides: Essential for creating anti-reflective coatings, electrochromic windows, and planar optical waveguides due to its high refractive index.
• Heterogeneous Catalysis: Serves as a catalyst or catalyst support precursor in various organic synthesis and petrochemical processes.
• Nanomaterial Synthesis: Employed as a starting material for the fabrication of niobium-based nanoparticles, nanowires, and other nanostructures.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Acts as a doping agent to modify the electrical and thermal properties of specialty glasses and advanced ceramics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Niobium n-Propoxide
CAS No.	38874-17-8
Molecular Formula	C15H35NbO5
Molecular Weight	418.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Niobium(V) n-propoxide; Niobium pentapropoxide; Niobium propoxide; Niobium(V) propoxide; Propyl alcohol niobium(V) salt; Niobium(V) n-propylate; Niobium n-propylate
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Quality Control

Our Niobium n-Propoxide is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We adhere to relevant industry standards for metal-organic precursors. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is 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 should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Assay (Nb2O5 basis)	Min. 99.9%
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Density (at 20°C)	~1.02 g/mL
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents

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