Description

Citric Acid Lutetium Salt is a coordination compound formed between citric acid and the rare earth element lutetium. This specialized salt is valued for its unique chemical properties derived from the lanthanide ion, making it a critical material in advanced research and high-tech manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by industries involved in materials science, catalysis, and the development of optical and electronic components.

Application

• Catalysis Research: Acts as a precursor or catalyst in specialized organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Phosphor Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material in the production of luminescent materials for displays and lighting.
• MRI Contrast Agent Development: Investigated for use in creating next-generation contrast agents due to lutetium's paramagnetic properties.
• Ceramic & Glass Additives: Used to modify the properties of specialty glasses and advanced ceramics.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Employed as a precursor for depositing lutetium-containing thin films.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and academic research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Citric Acid Lutetium Salt
CAS No.	63917-04-4
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Lutetium Citrate; Lutetium(III) Citrate; Citric Acid Lutetium(III) Salt; Tris(citrato)lutetate; Lutetium Citrate Hydrate; Lu-Citrate; 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic Acid Lutetium Salt
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Quality Control

Our Citric Acid Lutetium Salt is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, potency, and the absence of critical impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, heavy metal content, and other relevant parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Lu Content)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.02%

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