Description

Lanthanum(3+) Oleate is a metal-organic compound formed from lanthanum cations and oleic acid anions. This specialized lanthanum soap is valued for its role as a versatile catalyst precursor and a functional additive in advanced material synthesis. It is particularly relevant for industries focused on developing high-performance polymers, specialty lubricants, and unique ceramic or glass formulations. The compound, identified by CAS No. 94232-46-9, is a key material for researchers and manufacturers seeking to incorporate lanthanum's properties into organic matrices.

Application

• Polymerization Catalyst/Stabilizer: Acts as a catalyst or co-catalyst in the synthesis of specific polymers and as a thermal stabilizer for PVC and other plastics.
• Specialty Lubricant & Grease Additive: Functions as a thickening agent and performance additive in high-temperature and multi-purpose greases.
• Ceramic & Glass Precursor: Serves as a homogeneous precursor material in sol-gel processes for producing lanthanum-doped ceramics and specialty optical glasses.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to coat nanoparticles or modify material surfaces to alter hydrophobicity, dispersion, or reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a Lewis acid catalyst in various organic transformations and cross-coupling reactions.
• Research & Development: A critical material in R&D for exploring new catalytic systems, nanomaterials, and composite materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lanthanum(3+) Oleate
CAS No.	94232-46-9
Molecular Formula	C54H99LaO6 (Typical for La(C18H33O2)3)
Molecular Weight	~1027.3 g/mol (Theoretical)
Synonyms	Lanthanum Oleate; Lanthanum(III) Oleate; Lanthanum Trioleate; Oleic Acid Lanthanum Salt; Lanthanum Soap; Tris(oleato)lanthanum; Lanthanum(3+) salt of oleic acid; 9-Octadecenoic acid (9Z)-, lanthanum(3+) salt
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Quality Control

Our Lanthanum(3+) Oleate is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols. We ensure batch-to-batch consistency through comprehensive analysis, including assay (La content), moisture determination, and identification. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity and specific test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

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) under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow waxy solid or paste
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (La2O3 Content)	≥ 15.0 %
Moisture (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Free Fatty Acid (as Oleic Acid)	≤ 5.0 %

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