Neodymium Acetate, Neodymium (III) Acetate Hydrate, 6192-13-8

Neodymium Acetate, Neodymium (III) Acetate Hydrate, 6192-13-8

🧪 NEODYMIUM ACETATE

1️⃣ Physical and Chemical Properties

• Chemical Name: Neodymium(III) Acetate Hydrate

• Chemical Formula: Nd(CH₃COO)₃·xH₂O

• CAS Number: 6192-13-8

• EC Number: 228-250-8

• Molecular Weight: ~375.4 g/mol (depends on hydration level)

• Appearance: Pale pink crystalline powder

• Melting Point: ~80 °C (decomposes with water loss)

• Solubility: Soluble in water and alcohol

• Density: ~2.8 g/cm³

• Stability: Hygroscopic, degrades in humid air

• Crystal Structure: Monoclinic

2️⃣ Detailed Applications

• NdFeB magnet production: Soluble neodymium source

• Laser crystals: Used in Nd:YAG and Nd:YLF systems

• Glass and ceramic additives: Colorant and UV filter

• Organic synthesis: Lewis acid catalyst

• Pigments and dyes: Violet tone enhancer

• Laboratory reagent: Spectroscopic analysis

3️⃣ Synonyms, CAS, EC, and Codes

4️⃣ Alternatives / Substitutes

• Neodymium Nitrate (Nd(NO₃)₃): Soluble neodymium source

• Neodymium Sulfate (Nd₂(SO₄)₃): Used in glass and pigment applications

• Praseodymium Acetate (Pr(CH₃COO)₃): Similar optical and synthesis roles

• Zirconium Acetate: Alternative in coating systems

5️⃣ Sectoral Compatibility Table

6️⃣ Common Names

• Neodymium acetate salt

• Pale pink crystal powder

• NdFeB precursor

• Glass additive acetate

7️⃣ Production

• Source Material: Reaction of neodymium oxide or carbonate with acetic acid

• Process: Dissolution → Crystallization → Drying

• Available Grades: Hydrated form, technical and high-purity

• Main Producer Countries: China, India, USA

• Commercial Purity Grades: 99% to 99.999%