VWR Lanthanum (III) chloride heptahydrate ≥98%, GPR RECTAPUR®
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Specifications:
Application | Analytical Chemistry | ||
Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
Product Type | Laboratory Chemical | Forms | Powder |
Product Brand | VWR | ||
Product Grade | Analytical grade | Formula | LaCl₃·7H₂O |
VWR® Lanthanum(III) Chloride Heptahydrate (≥98%), supplied under the GPR RECTAPUR® grade, is a high-purity lanthanum salt used in analytical chemistry, materials science, catalysis, and rare earth compound synthesis. This crystalline hydrate is soluble in water and alcohol, making it suitable as a precursor for lanthanum-based oxides, catalysts, phosphors, and ceramics.
Its ≥98% assay ensures consistent results, while its GPR RECTAPUR® quality designation guarantees suitability for laboratory and technical applications requiring reliable reproducibility.
Key Features
- High Purity: Assay ≥98%.
- Analytical Grade: GPR RECTAPUR® standard for dependable quality.
- Soluble Precursor: Readily dissolves in water and alcohol.
- Versatile Applications: Used in materials synthesis, catalysis, and analytical chemistry.
- Stable Hydrate: Supplied as crystalline heptahydrate for easy handling and storage.
Applications
- Materials Science: Precursor for lanthanum oxide (La₂O₃) and advanced ceramics.
- Catalysis: Component in catalytic converters and heterogeneous catalysts.
- Optics & Electronics: Used in phosphors, optical glass, and dielectric materials.
- Analytical Chemistry: Standard reagent for trace metal analysis and separation.
- Research & Development: General laboratory use in rare earth chemistry.
Specifications
Property | Details |
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Assay (Purity) | ≥98% |
CAS Number | 10025-84-0 |
Molecular Formula | LaCl₃·7H₂O |
Molecular Weight | 371.37 g/mol |
Appearance | White crystalline solid |
Melting Point | 96 °C |
Boiling Point | <860 °C (decomposes) |
Storage Temperature | Ambient |
Solubility | Soluble in water and alcohol |
Merck Index | Listed (reference grade reagent) |
Packaging & Ordering Information
Catalog Number | Description | Pack Size | Container |
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24957.188 | VWR® Lanthanum(III) Chloride Heptahydrate ≥98%, GPR RECTAPUR® | 100 g | Plastic bottle |
24957.268 | VWR® Lanthanum(III) Chloride Heptahydrate ≥98%, GPR RECTAPUR® | 500 g | Plastic bottle |
Safety Information
- Hazard Classification: Irritant, Corrosive (typical for lanthanide salts).
- Precautions: Handle with gloves, goggles, and lab coat. Avoid inhalation of dust and direct skin/eye contact. Store in tightly sealed containers under ambient conditions.
VWR® Lanthanum(III) Chloride Heptahydrate ≥98%, GPR RECTAPUR® is a high-purity lanthanum salt widely used in catalysis, ceramics, phosphors, and analytical chemistry. With its ≥98% assay and controlled impurity profile, it is a dependable reagent for both laboratory research and industrial applications in rare earth chemistry.
- Pack Size: 100g 500g