Description

Lanthanum Acetate is a versatile inorganic salt of the rare earth element lanthanum. This compound is valued for its catalytic properties and its role as a high-purity precursor in advanced material synthesis. It serves critical functions in research, catalysis, and the manufacturing of specialty ceramics and optical glasses. Global industrial and research sectors rely on its consistent quality for process stability and product performance.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in organic synthesis and petroleum refining processes.
• Phosphor Manufacturing: A key raw material in the production of specialized phosphors for lighting and display technologies.
• Ceramic & Glass Additive: Imparts specific optical and thermal properties to advanced ceramics and specialty glasses.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a starting material or reagent in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Water Treatment: Acts as a phosphate binder in specific water purification applications.
• Material Science: Used in the synthesis of superconductors, catalysts, and other functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lanthanum Acetate
CAS No.	917-70-4
Molecular Formula	La(C2H3O2)3 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	316.04 g/mol (Anhydrous)
Synonyms	Acetic acid, lanthanum(3+) salt; Lanthanum triacetate; Lanthanum(III) acetate; Lanthanum acetate hydrate; Tris(acetato)lanthanum; Lanthanum ethanoate
EINECS	213-036-5

Quality Control

Our Lanthanum Acetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (La2O3 basis)	≥ 44.0 %
Purity (La)	≥ 99.9% (Trace Metals Basis)
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.02%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%

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