Anhydrous neodymium chloride (NdCl₃) is a high-purity rare-earth compound known for its excellent solubility, thermal stability, and chemical reactivity. It is widely used in catalyst formulations, magnet production, optical coatings, and advanced material research. Due to its superior electronic and optical properties, anhydrous neodymium chloride plays a crucial role in precision engineering, scientific studies, and specialized industrial applications.
Product Overview
Anhydrous Neodymium Chloride (NdCl₃) is a compound made of neodymium and chlorine, typically appearing as a pale purple solid. It is hygroscopic, meaning it absorbs moisture from the air and changes color. With a relatively high melting and boiling point, it is widely used in chemical, material, and biological research fields.
Product Features
- Hygroscopic:Absorbs moisture quickly when exposed to air, resulting in color change.
- High Solubility:Has excellent solubility in water.
- Stability:Shows good chemical stability and can be stored under specific conditions for extended periods.
Applications
- Pharmaceutical Synthesis:Used in the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates.
- Neodymium Metal Production:Used in the production of neodymium metal, which is essential in high-performance magnetic materials.
- Catalysts:Serves as a catalyst or precursor in organic chemical reactions.
- Synthetic Rubber:Used in the production of synthetic rubbers such as polybutene and polybutadiene.
- Ceramic Corrosion Testing:Employed as a corrosion reagent in ceramic testing.
- Fluorescent Labeling:Used in molecular biology to label DNA and other organic molecules for tracking with fluorescence microscopy.
Main Content | Nd2O3/TREO ≥99.9% | ||
RE Impurities (%/TREO) | Non—RE Impurities (%) | ||
La2O3 | 0.00027 | TREO | 66.56 |
CeO2 | 0.0002 | CaO | 0.0019 |
Pr6O11 | 0.0047 | Fe2O3 | 0.0015 |
Sm2O3 | 0.0012 | SiO2 | 0.0021 |
Y2O3 | 0.000047 | H2O | <0.2 |
Water solubility(PH:5-6) | 0.05max | ||
HNO3solubility(H+:2N) | Clear |