Description

Lanthanum (Iii) Oxalate is a high-purity inorganic salt of lanthanum and oxalic acid, identified by CAS number 79079-18-8. This compound serves as a critical precursor material for the synthesis of advanced ceramics, phosphors, and other high-performance lanthanum-based materials. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, catalysis, and specialty glass industries seeking consistent quality and reliable supply for their production processes.

Application

• Precursor for Lanthanum Oxide (La₂O₃): A key starting material in the production of high-purity lanthanum oxide via thermal decomposition, used in optical glasses, catalysts, and electronic ceramics.
• Phosphor and Luminescent Material Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of doped lanthanum oxalate-based phosphors for lighting, displays, and X-ray intensifying screens.
• Catalyst and Catalyst Support Preparation: Used to prepare lanthanum-containing catalysts for petroleum refining, automotive exhaust treatment, and organic synthesis.
• Specialty Glass and Ceramics: Acts as a doping agent to modify the refractive index, thermal stability, and electrical properties of advanced optical and structural ceramics.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Serves as a source material for depositing lanthanum-containing thin films in semiconductor and coating applications.
• Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new materials in solid-state chemistry and nanotechnology.
• Precipitation and Purification Agent: Utilized in analytical chemistry and metallurgy for the selective separation and purification of rare earth elements.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lanthanum (Iii) Oxalate
CAS No.	79079-18-8
Molecular Formula	La₂(C₂O₄)₃·xH₂O
Molecular Weight	541.87 g/mol (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Lanthanum Oxalate; Lanthanum(3+) Oxalate; Oxalic Acid, Lanthanum(3+) Salt; Lanthanum Trioxalate; Dilanthanum Trioxalate; Lanthanum Oxalate Hydrate; La Oxalate; Rare Earth Oxalate
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Quality Control

Our Lanthanum (Iii) Oxalate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, composition, and physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing lot-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic nature, store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C) with controlled low humidity. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and potential caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as La₂(C₂O₄)₃)	≥ 99.0%
Lanthanum (La) Content	≥ 38.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 12.0%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.02%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005%
Other Rare Earths	≤ 0.5%

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