Neodymia, Neodymium Trioxide, Neodymium Oxide, 1313‑97‑9

Neodymia, Neodymium Trioxide, Neodymium Oxide, 1313‑97‑9

• CAS No: 1313‑97‑9

• Chemical Formula: Nd₂O₃

• Molecular Weight: 336.48 g/mol

• Density: ~7.24 g/cm³

• Melting Point: ~1900–1950 °C

• Packaging Types: 25 kg bags, drums, laboratory bottles

• HS Code: 2846.90 (rare‑earth oxides)

⚙️ Technical Properties

• Appearance: Violet to purple powder (distinctive rare‑earth coloration)

• Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in acids

• Crystal Structure: Hexagonal and monoclinic polymorphs

• Purity Grades: 99.0–99.999% (3N–5N)

🏭 Applications

• Glass & Ceramics: UV absorber, coloring agent (purple tint)

• Laser Technology: Active dopant in Nd:YAG lasers (Nd³⁺ ions)

• Magnets: Precursor for NdFeB permanent magnets (critical rare‑earth alloy)

• Pigments: Purple coloration in ceramics and specialty glass

• Research: Optoelectronics, catalysis, nanomaterials

🔬 Production Methods / Sources

• Extracted from rare‑earth ores (monazite, bastnäsite) via solvent extraction

• Calcination of neodymium salts (nitrate, carbonate) to oxide form

• High‑purity grades produced by repeated crystallization and thermal purification

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🧾 Other Names

• Neodymia

• Neodymium trioxide

• Neodymium(III) oxide

🛡️ Safety & MSDS Summary

• GHS Pictograms: ⚠️ Irritant, 🌍 Environmentally hazardous

• Storage: Dry, sealed packaging, avoid moisture

• PPE: Gloves, goggles, dust mask/respirator

🌍 Market & Commercial Information

• Purity Grades: 99%, 99.9%, 99.99%, 99.999%

• Packaging: 25 kg bags, drums, laboratory bottles

• Producer Regions: China, USA, Europe (rare‑earth refining hubs)

• Trade Names: Neodymia, Nd₂O₃

🧪 Quality & Analytical Data

• Tests: ICP‑OES (trace metals), XRD (phase), BET (surface area), particle size distribution

• Nanopowder Grades: Available for research, optoelectronics, catalysis

🌱 Environmental & Sustainability Aspects

• Waste Management: Rare‑earth oxide waste; disposal via licensed facilities

• Recycling: Recovery from NdFeB magnets and rare‑earth alloys

• Carbon Footprint: High due to rare‑earth mining/refining; recycling programs critical