Description

Neodymium Hexafluoropentanedionate, Dihydrate is a high-purity coordination compound of neodymium, a rare earth element, with the hexafluoropentanedionate ligand. This material is a critical precursor in advanced materials science, valued for its role in depositing high-quality neodymium oxide thin films. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and researchers in the electronics, optics, and catalysis sectors who require precise control over material properties at the atomic level. The dihydrate form offers enhanced stability for specific synthetic and deposition processes.

Application

• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) & Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD): As a volatile precursor for depositing neodymium oxide (Nd₂O₃) thin films in semiconductor manufacturing and optical coatings.
• Advanced Catalysis: Serving as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in specialized organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Luminescent Materials & Phosphors: A key starting material in the synthesis of neodymium-doped crystals and glasses for lasers and optical amplifiers.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new magnetic materials, superconductors, and other rare earth-based compounds.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: As a reagent for introducing neodymium into complex molecular structures for various high-tech applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Neodymium Hexafluoropentanedionate, Dihydrate
CAS No.	47814-18-6
Molecular Formula	C15H9F12NdO6 • 2H2O
Molecular Weight	755.42 g/mol (Anhydrous basis: 719.39 g/mol)
Synonyms	Neodymium(III) 1,1,1,5,5,5-hexafluoro-2,4-pentanedionate dihydrate; Neodymium tris(1,1,1,5,5,5-hexafluoro-2,4-pentanedionate) dihydrate; Nd(hfac)3•2H2O; Neodymium hexafluoroacetylacetonate dihydrate; Neodymium(III) hexafluoroacetylacetonate hydrate; Nd(F6acac)3•2H2O; Tris(hexafluoroacetylacetonato)neodymium(III) dihydrate
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Quality Control

Our Neodymium Hexafluoropentanedionate, Dihydrate is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, meeting the stringent requirements of advanced materials research and production. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) for metal purity and trace metal analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment.

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 when not in use to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product performance. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (Nd content)	≥ 99.9% (Trace metals basis)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF Titration)	4.5 - 5.5% (Theoretical for dihydrate: ~4.8%)
Trace Metals (ICP-MS)	Individual impurities ≤ 100 ppm

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