Description

Lanthanum Decanoate is a metal-organic compound formed from lanthanum and decanoic acid, serving as a versatile catalyst and stabilizer. This compound is valued for its role in facilitating specific organic transformations and enhancing the thermal stability of polymers. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the polymer, specialty chemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications requiring precise catalytic activity or material modification.

Application

• As a catalyst or co-catalyst in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• As a thermal stabilizer and processing aid in the production of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and other specialty polymers.
• In the formulation of advanced materials, such as coatings and composites, to impart specific functional properties.
• As a precursor in the sol-gel process for manufacturing ceramics and optical materials.
• In research and development for studying lanthanide chemistry and developing new catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lanthanum Decanoate
CAS No.	62654-13-1
Molecular Formula	C30H57LaO6 (commonly represented)
Molecular Weight	Approx. 672.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Lanthanum(3+) decanoate; Decanoic acid, lanthanum(3+) salt; Lanthanum caprate; Lanthanum n-decanoate; Lanthanum(III) decanoate; Lanthanum(3+) tri(decanoate); Lanthanum tris(decanoate)
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Quality Control

Our Lanthanum Decanoate undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We provide comprehensive batch-specific documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, metal content, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system adheres to ISO 9001 principles, ensuring traceability and consistency for all B2B orders.

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 in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Lanthanum content)	≥ 20.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.1 %

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