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HS Code |
790850 |
| Chemical Name | Lanthanum(III) Nitrate Hexahydrate |
| Chemical Formula | La(NO3)3·6H2O |
| Molar Mass | 433.01 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline solid |
| Solubility In Water | Highly soluble |
| Melting Point | Approx. 50 °C (decomposes) |
| Cas Number | 10277-43-7 |
| Density | 2.02 g/cm³ |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Ph 1 Solution | Approx. 3-4 |
| Storage Conditions | Store in a cool, dry place; keep container tightly closed |
| Hazard Class | Oxidizing agent |
As an accredited Lanthanum(III) Nitrate Hexahydrate factory, we enforce strict quality protocols—every batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure consistent efficacy and safety standards.
| Packing | White, airtight HDPE bottle labeled “Lanthanum(III) Nitrate Hexahydrate, 500g, CAS 10277-43-7”; includes hazard warnings and handling instructions. |
| Shipping | Lanthanum(III) Nitrate Hexahydrate is shipped in tightly sealed, corrosion-resistant containers to protect against moisture and contamination. Packages are clearly labeled and comply with regulatory guidelines for hazardous materials, often transported under controlled temperature conditions. Proper documentation accompanies all shipments to ensure safe handling and compliance with local, national, and international regulations. |
| Storage | Lanthanum(III) nitrate hexahydrate should be stored in a tightly sealed container, in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. It must be kept away from heat sources, direct sunlight, strong acids, bases, and combustible materials, as it is an oxidizer. Ensure it is clearly labeled and inaccessible to unauthorized personnel. Store separately from incompatible substances to prevent hazardous reactions. |
Applications of Lanthanum(III) Nitrate Hexahydrate in Industrial ManufacturingLanthanum(III) Nitrate Hexahydrate serves as a high-purity precursor in specialized industrial supply chains. Below, we detail key, field-validated downstream application scenarios, showing technical guidance on compliance, processing, and product integration, based on production experience as a chemical raw material manufacturer. 1. Catalyst Component for Petroleum Refining (Fluid Catalytic Cracking, FCC)Refinery operators add Lanthanum salts to catalyst formulations aimed at maximizing gasoline yield and improving catalyst life in FCC units. Selective addition of the nitrate form during zeolite catalyst manufacturing enhances rare earth exchange efficiency, raising activity and thermal stability to meet the strictest performance demands under FCC conditions. Large-scale refineries rely on this approach to remain competitive and comply with global fuel quality regulations. Industry compliance standards
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2. Optical Glass Manufacturing for Precision LensesSpecialty glassmakers depend on the nitrate salt of Lanthanum to formulate high-refractive index and low-dispersion optical glass. It directly integrates into melting batches in controlled ratios, where its functional oxide contributes to improved light transmission and dimensional homogeneity. These advanced glass grades serve high-value imaging, sensor, and fiber optic markets requiring stringent clarity and compositional uniformity, aligning production with photonics performance benchmarks. Industry compliance standards
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3. Battery Material Precursor for Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) ElectrodesIndustrial battery manufacturers incorporate Lanthanum nitrate during the synthesis of mixed rare earth alloy powders essential for NiMH battery anode fabrication. Its precisely metered solution form simplifies homogenous distribution with other rare earth salts in the hydrometallurgical reduction stage, ensuring reliable hydrogen storage parameters and long cycle life in commercial NiMH cells. Strict control of precursor quality and ratio guarantees consistent cell performance required by automotive and portable device OEMs. Industry compliance standards
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4. Ceramics Manufacturing for Electronic DielectricsTechnical ceramics producers use Lanthanum nitrate as a key additive in barium titanate and related dielectric formulations. The nitrate provides an efficient pathway for even incorporation and decomposition during raw material blending and calcination, improving microstructural control, dielectric constant, and breakdown voltage properties in capacitors and multi-layer ceramic chip (MLCC) applications. Rigorous raw material QC supports stable high-voltage performance and miniaturization requirements. Industry compliance standards
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5. Water Treatment Coagulant for Phosphate RemovalMunicipal and industrial water treatment plants utilize Lanthanum(III) nitrate as a highly selective coagulant for reducing dissolved phosphate concentrations in effluents. By dosing aqueous solutions directly into clarification tanks, operators achieve rapid precipitation of insoluble La-phosphate complexes, surpassing traditional aluminum or iron agents in selectivity and avoiding contaminant carryover. The process supports compliance with regional phosphorus discharge regulations and protects sensitive aquatic environments. Industry compliance standards
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Decades of hands-on chemical production have taught us that not all rare earth compounds justify their cost, especially when purity and predictability matter most in research or manufacturing. We have refined our Lanthanum(III) Nitrate Hexahydrate—known in technical circles as La(NO3)3·6H2O—through industrial feedback and steady laboratory testing. Standardized at 99.99% purity, this white crystalline solid addresses the performance gaps found in lower-grade imports. Our efforts go beyond packing samples in neat drums. We take pride in supplying this rare earth nitrate with consistent batch-to-batch quality, down to trace levels of cerium or praseodymium that some shortcuts in the marketplace overlook.
Labs working on high-end optical materials and researchers formulating advanced catalysts recognize greater reproducibility when using our Lanthanum(III) Nitrate Hexahydrate, compared to off-the-shelf chemical blends. We see this mirrored in the uptick of academic citations and repeat domestic orders over the years. Since we oversee each reaction and crystalization step—from rare earth ore preparation, acidification, and sequential purification—we hold tight control over contaminant exclusion and hydration state stability. Daily process monitoring and decades of iterative tweaks to temperature, filtration, and atmospheric conditions have shaped a nitrate that does what it says on the tin: produces predictable solubility, delivers consistent thermal decomposition profiles, and stays free flowing even after extended warehouse storage.
Lanthanum(III) Nitrate Hexahydrate seldom sticks around on a shelf for long, because it’s a favorite in the preparation of specialty glasses, ceramics, phosphors, and as a reagent in nitrate-based synthesis routes. In fertilizer industry pilot lines, the clear, aqueous solution formed from our nitrate offers steady nitrate supply and reliably low residual impurities, preserving the integrity of downstream plant uptake trials. Researchers in water treatment and sensor development tell us that our well-documented impurity profile prevents false readings and undesired side reactions—a result that only comes from hard-won production discipline.
In the photovoltaic sector, engineers appreciate how our product decomposes to oxide at well-established temperature ranges. Process engineers at glass manufacturing sites deal with sensitive batch recipes where stray ions can ruin days of work. They trust our product, having checked data from dozens of installs, because they’ve experienced what we describe in person: smooth solution preparation, no sludging on filters, and stable nitrate content through the end of every drum.
The market often claims that differences between rare earth nitrates are minor, but experience repeatedly proves otherwise. Trace contamination, incomplete hydration, or haphazard packaging affect reaction kinetics or final product color—a reality visible in ceramic tiles, dielectric coatings, or pure lanthanum oxide yields. Several years ago, we supplied custom lots for fuel cell materials to a client who had battled inconsistent startups. Their turnaround came not from adjusting expensive additives, but from removing invisible batch-to-batch variation, a reminder that no paper spec beats day-to-day diligence.
The 99.99% purity achieved in our nitrate is not simply a number; it’s a result of refining every step in the supply chain. Beyond rare earth separation, we guard against chloride, sulfate, and heavy metal cross-contamination using industrial-grade ion-exchange and careful water selection. Each kilogram delivers hydration states checked by thermogravimetric analysis, not just by theoretical calculation. That approach stops surprises during thermal analysis, solid-state reactions, or precursor fabrication for electronic applications.
We classify our Lanthanum(III) Nitrate Hexahydrate in practical terms, not just by theoretical assay—granule size, flowability, and packaging formats respond to the demands of steady hands in the production line and careful measurements in the research lab alike. Our largest repeat clients opt for granular or crystalline cuts with a mean particle size tuned to their dosing pumps; we offer packaging from glass bottles for sensitive analytical use up to fiber drums for bulk industrial blends. Each lot undergoes multi-point hydration checks and impurities screening, supported by real certificates and archived reference samples.
Some importers offer “fused” or “solution-grade” grades without clear traceability. We back up our standard hexahydrate production with the numbers: assay by ICP-OES for trace elements, systematic loss-on-drying for exact hydration, and sample lot runs tailored for those who scale from 100-gram research batches to multi-ton process plants. Clients keep coming back for material that not only meets, but repeats, the purity and water content they depend on in semi-conductor ceramics or optical glass powders.
Chemical buyers often reference price, but experienced engineers know that poorly managed impurities or moisture content cost multiplies in downstream use. We learned this from cases where troubleshooting ceramic microcracking or color variation traced right back to the raw nitrate source. Our product’s traceability means we can send hydration data from real-time production, showing that each drum delivers on promise, not just on label. The same goes for rare earth fractionation: our nitrate avoids cross-contamination at the extraction stage, checked by side-by-side analyses with international benchmarks.
Hydration control keeps reactions predictable and reduces headaches during high-temperature decomposition. Our nitrate’s structural integrity lasts through typical shipping cycles—supplying export customers from North America to Asia—without caking, liquefaction, or unknown phase shifts, even under variable humidity. That stability does not spring from luck, but a disciplined approach to routine monitoring and rapid adjustment. General-purpose products rushed to market out of schedule simply can’t claim that track record.
Every batch comes under scrutiny by senior operators who’ve spent years troubleshooting old reactors, adjusting pH, or walking the warehouse floors to check storage effects. Their practical knowledge beats any brochure copy. By approaching each order as a commitment to a long-term partnership, we furnish technical support and usage guidance grounded in what happens on the factory floor, not in hypothetical ideal scenarios.
Fielding customer queries helps us catch issues early. Some clients ask how our nitrate performs in specific solvent systems, or how it mixes with other rare earth salts in slurry reactors. Our experience lets us answer with more than formulae—we share dosage examples, filtration rates, and storage practices that have kept things running smoothly at scale. For mixed-metal applications in phosphors or glass coloration, consistent nitrate content avoids burn-ins or color drift, and our field notes support tweaks in process parameters.
Chemical manufacturing does not grant much patience for unforced errors—especially when downstream yields depend on consistent input. Over the past few years, we have adjusted our drying regimes and inert atmosphere procedures to cut down on atmospheric moisture absorption, which once plagued our shipments during monsoon season. These tweaks emerged from listening to glassmakers and research chemists who spotted small upticks in free-flowing time or shifts in loss-on-drying values.
Clients processing our nitrate into luminescent ceramics or advanced catalysts appreciate our real-world documentation of how impurities can trigger shifts in photoluminescent output or catalyst performance. Sometimes, practical improvements require working hand-in-hand with users to develop minor lot-level custom runs. Our production flexibility allows us to support rapid prototyping or process scale-ups, supplying reliable bulk shipments that preserve the tight chemical tolerances established during development trials.
Years in the rare earth sector have shown us that regulatory expectations keep evolving. We keep abreast of changes to European REACH and other global standards. Our documentation is up to date on transport labelling and environmental handling. Production lines run continuous checks for effluents, and we return thorough records of lot histories for traceability—habits that support both customer audits and process improvements at our end.
Waste minimization stays at the top of our minds. From capture and recycling of mother liquors to terminal wastewater treatment, every gram accounted for means less environmental footprint and higher cost-effectiveness for the customer. We collaborate with downstream users to collect spent solutions for rare earth recovery, closing loops that otherwise go ignored in the bustle of day-to-day manufacturing.
Making fine chemicals is only as good as listening to feedback. Our lab team keeps a running log of observations from end users, passing on notes and field photos back to the factory. Producing Lanthanum(III) Nitrate Hexahydrate that works as promised means tracking how each batch performs at the bench, in pilot plants, and at factory scale. Adjustments to particle size distribution or packaging arise from honest conversations, not marketing promises.
We are keenly aware—through both failed batches and successes—that quality cannot be rushed or left to unchecked automation. Steady hands, accurate records, and willingness to refine old recipes yield the kind of nitrate that both meets today’s manufacturing targets and withstands evolving research standards.
Through thousands of kilos processed and years of cumulative feedback, we have come to respect the intricate balance that defines a reliable specialty chemical. For Lanthanum(III) Nitrate Hexahydrate, it’s about more than purity numbers—it means practical reliability through consistent supply, backed by the hands-on knowledge accumulated only through years spent at the reaction tank, filter press, and packaging line. From the sight and feel of fresh crystals to the feedback loops with demanding users, our focus remains locked on producing a rare earth nitrate that meets real-world demands, not just technical claims on a sheet. Our customers, ranging from academic labs to large-scale glass factories, return not for empty promises but for that certainty in process and outcome. The difference runs deeper than a spec—it lives in every order fulfilled, every batch tracked, and every improvement driven by honest field experience.