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Dysprosium Acetate, Dysprosium Acetate Tetrahydrate, Dysprosium Triacetate Tetrahydrate, Dysprosium Acetate Hydrate, 15280‑55‑4

Dysprosium Acetate, Dysprosium Acetate Tetrahydrate, Dysprosium Triacetate Tetrahydrate, Dysprosium Acetate Hydrate, 15280‑55‑4

DYSPROSIUM ACETATE TETRAHYDRATE (DYSPROSIUM ACETATE TETRAHYDRATE / DYSPROSIUM TRIACETATE TETRAHYDRATE)

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION

Parameter Information
Product Name Dysprosium Acetate Tetrahydrate / Dysprosium Acetate Tetrahydrate
Other Technical Names Dysprosium Triacetate Tetrahydrate, Dysprosium Acetate Hydrate, Dysprosium(III) Acetate Tetrahydrate
CAS Number 15280-55-4
Chemical Formula Dy(CH₃COO)₃·4H₂O
Molecular Weight ~373 g/mol (hydrated form)
EC Number
HS Code 291529
Product Family Rare Earth Acetate Salt
Appearance White or slightly yellow crystalline solid

CHEMICAL STRUCTURE

    Dysprosium Acetate Tetrahydrate [Dy(CH₃COO)₃·4H₂O]
    
    Dysprosium Ions (Dy³⁺) and Acetate Ions (CH₃COO⁻)
    in Tetrahydrate Form (with 4 H₂O Molecules)
    
         CH₃COO⁻  Dy³⁺  CH₃COO⁻
           \         |         /
            CH₃COO⁻-Dy³⁺-CH₃COO⁻
           /         |         \
         CH₃COO⁻  Dy³⁺  CH₃COO⁻
    
    Dysprosium Ions (Dy³⁺) with Acetate Ions (CH₃COO⁻)
    Surrounded by 4 Water Molecules (H₂O)
    Rare Earth Acetate Salt
    White or Slightly Yellow Crystalline Solid
    Used in Magnetic and Optical Applications

Molecular Formula: Dy(CH₃COO)₃·4H₂O
Ionic Structure: Dy³⁺ and CH₃COO⁻ ions
Hydrate State: Tetrahydrate (4 water molecules)
Color: White or slightly yellow

SECTION 1: CHEMICAL IDENTITY AND DEFINITION

Parameter Information
Product Name Dysprosium Acetate Tetrahydrate / Dysprosium Acetate Tetrahydrate
Other Technical Names (English) Dysprosium Acetate Tetrahydrate, Dysprosium Triacetate Tetrahydrate, Dysprosium Acetate Hydrate, Dysprosium(III) Acetate Tetrahydrate
Other Technical Names (Turkish) Disprozyum Asetat Tetrahidrat, Disprozyum Triasetat Tetrahidrat, Disprozyum Asetat Hidrat, Disprozyum(III) Asetat Tetrahidrat
Other Technical Names (German) Dysprosiumacetat Tetrahydrat, Dysprosiumtriacetat Tetrahydrat
Other Technical Names (French) Acétate de Dysprosium Tétrahydraté, Triacétate de Dysprosium Tétrahydraté
Other Technical Names (Spanish) Acetato de Disprosio Tetrahidratado, Triacetato de Disprosio Tetrahidratado
CAS Number 15280-55-4
EC Number
HS Code 291529
Chemical Formula Dy(CH₃COO)₃·4H₂O
Molecular Weight ~373 g/mol (hydrated form)
Chemical Class Rare Earth Acetate Salt
Appearance White or slightly yellow crystalline solid
Odor Slight acetic acid odor
Color White or slightly yellow
Crystal Structure Crystalline solid
Hygroscopic Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture)

SECTION 2: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Property Value Test Method / Note
Appearance White or slightly yellow crystalline solid Visual
Chemical Formula Dy(CH₃COO)₃·4H₂O -
Molecular Weight ~373 g/mol (hydrated) Calculated
Density ~2.6-2.8 g/cm³ -
Melting Point Decomposes upon heating -
Solubility Soluble in water; Soluble in acetic acid -
Stability Stable under normal conditions; Protect from moisture and light -
Color White or slightly yellow -
pH Neutral to slightly acidic -
Hygroscopicity Hygroscopic Must be stored in closed containers

SECTION 3: CHEMICAL PROPERTIES AND REACTIVITY

Parameter Information
Chemical Character Rare earth acetate salt; Derived from dysprosium element; Magnetic materials; Laser crystals
Stability Stable under normal conditions; Protect from moisture and light; Decomposes at high temperatures
Reactivity Soluble in water; Soluble in acetic acid; Reacts with strong bases and reducing agents
Incompatible Materials Strong bases, reducing agents, oxidizing agents, moisture
Thermal Decomposition Dy(CH₃COO)₃·4H₂O → heat → Dy₂O₃ + CO₂ + H₂O (decomposes upon heating)
Solubility in Water Soluble in water; Dissociates into Dy³⁺ and CH₃COO⁻ ions
Acid Solubility Soluble in acetic acid
Special Property Precursor for dysprosium oxide (Dy₂O₃) and other dysprosium compounds; Critical for high-performance magnets; Laser crystals

SECTION 4: DYSPROSIUM ACETATE GRADES

Grade Purity (%) Form Application Areas
DA-1 ≥ 99.99% Crystalline powder High-purity research, magnetic materials, laser crystals
DA-2 ≥ 99.9% Crystalline powder Optical materials, ceramics, glass
DA-3 ≥ 99.0% Crystalline powder Industrial applications, general use

SECTION 5: FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES AND MECHANISM OF ACTION

Property Explanation
Rare Earth Salt Derived from dysprosium element belonging to the lanthanide series. Consists of dysprosium ions (Dy³⁺) and acetate ions (CH₃COO⁻).
Magnetic Materials Critical element for high-performance magnets. When added to NdFeB magnets, improves high-temperature performance.
Laser Crystals Used in Dy³⁺-doped laser crystals and optical devices.
Precursor Material Used as precursor for dysprosium oxide (Dy₂O₃) and other dysprosium compounds.
Optical Materials Used in production of specialty ceramics, glass and luminescent materials.
Hygroscopic Property Hygroscopic, can absorb moisture from air. Should be stored in closed containers.

SECTION 6: MAIN APPLICATION AREAS

Industry / Application Function Typical Use
Electronics and Photonics Magnetic materials, laser crystals High-performance magnets, Dy³⁺-doped laser crystals and optical devices.
Magnetic Materials Magnet additive Added to NdFeB magnets to improve high-temperature performance.
Specialty Ceramics and Glass Optical additive Used in luminescent and optical glass with advanced ceramics.
Chemical Synthesis Precursor Precursor for dysprosium oxide and other dysprosium compounds.
Laboratory Reagent Used as a reagent in rare earth chemistry research.
Metal / Surface Treatment Coating and alloy Can be used in special alloys and coatings.

SECTION 7: MAGNETIC MATERIAL APPLICATIONS - DETAILED EXPLANATION

Parameter Explanation
Application Dysprosium acetate is used as precursor compound for dysprosium oxide (Dy₂O₃) production.
Magnetic Property Dysprosium has high magnetic moment. When added to NdFeB magnets, it improves high-temperature performance.
Operating Principle When added to neodymium magnets, dysprosium increases coercivity and provides high-temperature resistance.
Advantages High magnetic moment; High temperature resistance; Increased coercivity; Long lifetime.
Application Areas Electric motors; Wind turbines; Automotive industry; Defense industry; Hard disk drives.

SECTION 8: INDUSTRY SUITABILITY TABLE

Industry / Application Suitability Explanation
Textile No No application area
Food No Prohibited as food additive or in contact materials
Cosmetics No Prohibited in cosmetic formulations under CLP/REACH
Metal / Surface Treatment Yes Can be used in special alloys and coatings
Ceramics / Glass Yes Used in advanced ceramics and specialty glass
Laboratory / Research Yes Widely used as reagent in rare earth chemistry
Electronics / Optics Yes Critical use in magnets, lasers and photonic materials
Construction Chemicals No No application area

SECTION 9: QUALITY SPECIFICATIONS

Parameter Specification (DA-1 - ≥99.99%) Test Method
Appearance White or slightly yellow crystalline solid Visual
Purity (Dy(CH₃COO)₃·4H₂O) ≥ 99.99% AAS / ICP / GDMS
Dysprosium Oxide (Dy₂O₃) ≥ 42.0% AAS / ICP
Iron (Fe) ≤ 0.001% AAS / ICP / GDMS
Calcium (Ca) ≤ 0.001% AAS / ICP / GDMS
Magnesium (Mg) ≤ 0.001% AAS / ICP / GDMS
Silicon (Si) ≤ 0.001% AAS / ICP / GDMS
Aluminum (Al) ≤ 0.001% AAS / ICP / GDMS
Other Rare Earths ≤ 0.01% ICP / GDMS
Chloride (Cl⁻) ≤ 0.01% Ion Chromatography
Sulfate (SO₄²⁻) ≤ 0.01% Ion Chromatography
Moisture ≤ 0.5% Karl Fischer
Form Crystalline powder Visual

SECTION 10: TOXICOLOGICAL PROFILE

Parameter Value
Acute Oral Toxicity Low toxicity
Acute Inhalation Toxicity Dust inhalation may cause irritation
Skin Irritation May be irritating
Eye Irritation May cause serious eye irritation
Chronic Toxicity Rare earth compounds may show health effects with prolonged exposure
Carcinogenicity Not classified as carcinogenic
Mutagenicity Not classified as mutagenic
Target Organs Respiratory system (dust irritation); Skin; Eyes
Special Toxicity Note Irritant; May cause irritation to skin, eyes and respiratory tract; Protect from moisture due to hygroscopic property

SECTION 11: GHS CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING

GHS Classification (in compliance with CLP and UN GHS):

Hazard Class Category H-Statement
Skin Irritation Category 2 H315
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation Category 1 H318
STOT - SE (Single Exposure) Category 3 H335 (optional)

Signal Word: DANGER

Hazard Pictograms: GHS05 (Corrosive), GHS07 (Irritant)

Hazard Statements (H-Codes):

Code Statement
H315 Causes skin irritation
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H335 May cause respiratory irritation

SECTION 12: PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS (P-CODES)

Code Statement
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses. Continue rinsing
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor
P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell
P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations

SECTION 13: FIRST AID MEASURES

Exposure Route Action to Take
Inhalation Move to fresh air immediately. Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If symptoms persist, get medical attention.
Skin Contact Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Wash skin with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs, get medical advice/attention.
Eye Contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Keep eyelids open. Remove contact lenses. Continue rinsing. Seek immediate medical attention.
Ingestion Rinse mouth with water. Do NOT induce vomiting. Drink plenty of water. Seek immediate medical attention.

SECTION 14: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Parameter Information
Fire Hazard Not flammable. May release toxic fumes at high temperatures.
Hazards During Fire May release dysprosium oxide and organic decomposition products at high temperatures
Suitable Extinguishing Media Dry chemical powder, CO₂, water spray, alcohol-resistant foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media Water jet
Special Protective Equipment Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), full protective clothing
Special Precautions Prevent dust from entering sewers and waterways; Do not inhale fumes

SECTION 15: STORAGE AND SHELF LIFE

Parameter Information
Storage Conditions Cool, dry, well-ventilated area; Protect from moisture and light; In closed containers; Keep in original packaging
Container Requirements Airtight containers; Tightly closed due to hygroscopic property
Materials to Protect From Strong bases, reducing agents, oxidizing agents, moisture
Shelf Life ~2 years (under proper storage conditions)
Stability Note Hygroscopic; Absorbs moisture; Store in closed containers

SECTION 16: PACKAGING OPTIONS

Packaging Type Quantity Material
Plastic Drum 25-50 kg HDPE (airtight)
Plastic Bucket 5-25 kg HDPE (airtight)
Glass Bottle 100 g - 2 kg Glass (airtight)
Plastic Bag 1-10 kg PE (sealed)
Flexibag 100-500 kg PE lined

SECTION 17: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Parameter Information
UN Number Not regulated (not dangerous)
Hazard Class Not applicable
Packing Group Not applicable
ADR/RID Not regulated
IMDG Code Not regulated
IATA (Air) Not regulated
Marine Pollutant No
Transport Temperature Ambient temperature; Protect from moisture

SECTION 18: OTHER NAMES AND SYNONYMS

Type Name
Turkish Names Disprozyum Asetat Tetrahidrat, Disprozyum Triasetat Tetrahidrat, Disprozyum Asetat Hidrat, Disprozyum(III) Asetat Tetrahidrat
English Names Dysprosium Acetate Tetrahydrate, Dysprosium Triacetate Tetrahydrate, Dysprosium Acetate Hydrate, Dysprosium(III) Acetate Tetrahydrate
German Names Dysprosiumacetat Tetrahydrat, Dysprosiumtriacetat Tetrahydrat
French Names Acétate de Dysprosium Tétrahydraté, Triacétate de Dysprosium Tétrahydraté
Spanish Names Acetato de Disprosio Tetrahidratado, Triacetato de Disprosio Tetrahidratado
Chemical Names Dysprosium(3+) acetate tetrahydrate; Dysprosium triacetate tetrahydrate
CAS Number 15280-55-4
HS Code 291529
Chemical Formula Dy(CH₃COO)₃·4H₂O

SECTION 19: SUMMARY TABLE

Parameter Value
Product Dysprosium Acetate Tetrahydrate / Dysprosium Acetate Tetrahydrate
CAS Number 15280-55-4
Chemical Formula Dy(CH₃COO)₃·4H₂O
Molecular Weight ~373 g/mol (hydrated)
Appearance White or slightly yellow crystalline solid
Solubility Soluble in water; Soluble in acetic acid
Primary Function Rare earth acetate salt; Magnetic material precursor
Main Applications Magnetic materials, electronics/photonics, ceramics/glass, laboratory
Shelf Life ~2 years
GHS Signal Word DANGER
UN Number Not regulated
Special Features Hygroscopic; Critical for high-performance magnets

SECTION 20: CRITICAL WARNINGS AND BEST PRACTICES

CRITICAL WARNINGS:

  1. May cause serious eye damage. Eye protection is mandatory. Seek immediate medical attention upon contact.

  2. Irritant. May cause irritation to skin and respiratory tract. Use appropriate protective equipment.

  3. Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture). Store in closed containers in dry environment.

  4. Decomposes upon heating and may release organic decomposition products.

  5. Rare earth compound requires special handling and purity considerations.

  6. Magnetic material applications require high purity (≥99.99%).

  7. Not approved for food and cosmetics. Prohibited in cosmetic formulations under CLP/REACH.

  8. Incompatibilities: Strong bases, reducing agents, oxidizing agents, moisture.

  9. Hygiene Requirement: Wash hands thoroughly after use. Remove contaminated clothing.

BEST PRACTICE RECOMMENDATIONS:

10. Magnetic Material Production:
Use dysprosium acetate for high-performance magnets. Add to NdFeB magnets to improve high-temperature performance.

11. Laser Crystals:
Use in Dy³⁺-doped laser crystals and optical devices.

12. Chemical Synthesis:
Use as precursor for dysprosium oxide (Dy₂O₃) and other dysprosium compounds.

13. Optical Materials:
Use in production of specialty ceramics, glass and luminescent materials.

14. Laboratory:
Use as a reagent in rare earth chemistry research.

15. Use:
Use in well-ventilated areas; Avoid dust formation; Wear protective gloves, safety goggles and appropriate respiratory protection.

16. Personal Protective Equipment:
Use protective gloves (nitrile, neoprene), chemical safety goggles, full face shield, protective clothing.

17. Hygiene:
Do not eat, drink or smoke while using; Wash hands thoroughly after use; Do not take contaminated work clothes home.

18. Storage:
Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area; Protect from moisture and light; Store in closed, airtight containers.

19. Spill Response:
Avoid dust formation; Vacuum or sweep; Place in closed containers; Do not allow to enter drains or waterways.

20. Disposal:
Dispose in accordance with local, regional and national regulations; Contact licensed waste disposal services for rare earth compounds.

DYSPROSIUM ACETATE SELECTION GUIDE:

Application Recommended Grade Explanation
High-performance magnets DA-1 (≥99.99%) Highest purity required
Laser crystals DA-1 (≥99.99%) Highest purity required
Optical devices DA-1 (≥99.99%) Highest purity required
Optical glass DA-2 (≥99.9%) High purity required
Research DA-1 (≥99.99%) High purity required

RECOMMENDED STORAGE CONDITIONS:

Parameter Requirement
Storage Temperature Room temperature (15-25°C)
Humidity <60% relative humidity
Container Airtight containers
Location Cool, dry, well-ventilated area

LEGAL DISCLAIMER:

The information provided in this document is based on our current knowledge and experience and is provided in good faith; however, since all conditions of use are beyond our control, it does not constitute a binding specification or warranty. This Technical Data Sheet is for informational purposes only. Users are responsible for testing suitability for their own applications. For complete safety, storage, use, handling, disposal and regulatory compliance information, reference should be made to the official Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) provided by the manufacturer/supplier.

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