Description

Holmium Carbonate is an inorganic salt of the rare earth element holmium, known for its distinct chemical and physical properties. This compound is a critical precursor material for the synthesis of high-purity holmium oxides and other specialized holmium compounds used in advanced technologies. It is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in sectors requiring precise control over material composition and purity. The material is supplied as Holmium Carbonate CAS NO 5895-51-2 to ensure traceability and quality assurance for global supply chains.

Application

• Phosphor and Laser Crystal Manufacturing: Serves as a key dopant material for producing specialized phosphors and solid-state laser crystals (e.g., YAG:Ho), enabling specific light emission properties.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the preparation of catalysts for organic synthesis and petroleum refining, where holmium's unique electronic structure can enhance reaction selectivity.
• Glass and Ceramic Additive: Imparts specific coloration and modifies the refractive index in specialty optical glasses and advanced ceramics for technical applications.
• Nuclear Industry: Employed in research and development of nuclear control rods and shielding materials due to holmium's high neutron absorption cross-section.
• Magnetic Material Research: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing novel magnetic alloys and compounds studied for data storage and sensor technologies.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used in CVD processes to deposit thin films of holmium oxide for electronic and optical coatings.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for research in inorganic chemistry, materials science, and the development of new rare earth-based products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Holmium Carbonate
CAS No.	5895-51-2
Molecular Formula	Ho2(CO3)3
Molecular Weight	509.90 g/mol
Synonyms	Holmium(III) Carbonate; Holmium Carbonate (Ho2(CO3)3); Carbonic Acid, Holmium(3+) Salt; Holmium Sesquicarbonate; Holmium Trioxocarbonate; Rare Earth Carbonate; Holmium Carbonate Hydrate; Holmium Carbonate Basic
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Holmium Carbonate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to verify identity, purity, and conformance to specified parameters. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed results from advanced analytical techniques, ensuring full traceability and compliance with customer requirements. Specifications can be tailored to meet the needs of research, industrial, and high-tech applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the product must be stored in a cool, dry place, ideally at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). For long-term storage, consider the use of a desiccator or an inert atmosphere to prevent moisture absorption and potential caking. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale yellow to pink powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Ho2O3)	≥ 44.0 %
Purity (Ho/TREO)	≥ 99.9 %
Loss on Ignition	Contact for details
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001 %
Particle Size	Customizable

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