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Lutetium(III) nitrate hydrate, 99.9% (REO), Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Lutetium(III) nitrate hydrate is used in ceramics, glass, phosphors and in lasers. It finds application as a catalyst in petroleum cracking and to prepare laser crystal. Further, it is used in hydrogenation, alkylation and polymerization reactions.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
Color | White |
Physical Form | Crystalline Aggregates |
Quantity | 25 g |
Linear Formula | Lu(NO3)3·xH2O |
UN Number | UN1477 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water. Slightly soluble in strong mineral acids. |
IUPAC Name | lutetium(3+);trinitrate;hydrate |
Formula Weight | 360.98 (Anhydrous) |
Percent Purity | 99.9% |
Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
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Safety and Handling
- Lutetium nitrate
- Danger
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Oxidising solid Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H272-May intensify fire; oxidiser.
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
- P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
- P371+P380+P375-In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Lutetium(III) nitrate hydrate
RUO – Research Use Only
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