Description

Terbium Carbonate is an inorganic salt of the rare earth element terbium, known for its role as a key precursor in advanced material synthesis. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce terbium ions into host matrices, imparting unique luminescent and magnetic properties. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the electronics, photonics, and specialty chemical sectors seeking high-purity raw materials for phosphors, catalysts, and ceramic components.

Application

• Phosphor Manufacturing: A critical raw material for producing green-emitting phosphors used in trichromatic fluorescent lamps, LEDs, and display screens.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Acts as a dopant to modify the optical and electrical properties of glasses and advanced ceramic materials.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for catalysts used in organic synthesis and petroleum refining processes.
• Solid-State Lasers: Used in the fabrication of laser crystals and other solid-state optical materials.
• Magnetic Materials: A starting material for producing terbium-based alloys and compounds with magnetostrictive properties.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new materials in nanotechnology and solid-state physics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Terbium Carbonate
CAS No.	6067-34-1
Molecular Formula	Tb2(CO3)3•xH2O
Molecular Weight	497.88 (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Carbonic acid, terbium(3+) salt (3:2); Terbium(III) carbonate; Terbium sesquicarbonate; Diterbium tricarbonate; Terbium carbonate hydrate; Rare earth carbonate; Tb2(CO3)3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Terbium Carbonate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high chemical purity and consistency, with traceability from raw materials to final product. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Tb2O3)	≥ 44.0 %
Purity (Tb/TREO)	≥ 99.9 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01 %
Loss on Ignition	Contact for details
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable

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