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Send EmailDysprosium Nitrate Hexahydrate, Dysprosium Nitrate Hydrate, Dysprosium Trinitrate Hexahydrate, 35725‑30‑5
Name: Dysprosium(III) nitrate hexahydrate
Synonyms: Dysprosium nitrate hydrate, Dysprosium trinitrate hexahydrate
CAS Number: 35725‑30‑5
EC Number: 609‑062‑9
HS Code: 283429
Molecular Formula: Dy(NO₃)₃·6H₂O
Molecular Weight: 438.52 g/mol
Purity: ≥ 99.9% (rare earth grade)
Appearance: Pale yellow‑green crystalline solid
Density: ~2.6 g/cm³
Melting Point: ~60 °C (decomposes)
Solubility: Highly soluble in water and ethanol
Hygroscopic: Yes
Reactivity: Strong oxidizer; reacts with organics and reducing agents
Stability: Moisture‑sensitive; decomposes on heating
Oxidizing Nature: Yes
Rare earth material synthesis
Catalysts and advanced ceramics
Specialty glass and optics
Laboratory reagent in rare earth chemistry
Electronics and magnetic materials (dysprosium compounds)
Forms: Crystalline solid or powder
Storage: Cool, dry, sealed containers; protect from moisture
Transport Classification: ADR / IMDG / IATA – Oxidizing substance
Shelf Life: ~2 years under proper storage
GHS Classification: Oxidizing, harmful
CLP Labeling:
H272: May intensify fire; oxidizer
H302: Harmful if swallowed
REACH / KKDIK Compliance: Required
MSDS: Must be provided
ISO 9001 compliant production (common among rare earth suppliers)
Not approved for food or cosmetic use
No Halal/Kosher certification
Dysprosium compounds are especially important in magnetic alloys and optical applications
Requires moisture‑proof packaging due to hygroscopic nature
| Sector / Application | Compliance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Textile | ❌ | No application |
| Food | ❌ | Not permitted in food contact or additives |
| Cosmetics | ❌ | Banned under CLP/REACH for cosmetic formulations |
| Metallurgy / Surface | ✅ | Used in rare earth alloy and coating preparation |
| Ceramics / Glass | ✅ | Applied in specialty glass and advanced ceramics |
| Laboratory / Research | ✅ | Common reagent in rare earth chemistry |
| Electronics / Magnetic | ✅ | Used in magnetic alloys and electronic materials |
| Construction Chemicals | ❌ | No relevant |