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Gadolinium (III) oxide, 99.9%
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Certificate of Analysis with every batch
Gadolinium (III) oxide is a rare-earth compound with high purity, primarily used in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) contrast agents, phosphors for lighting, and specialized glass manufacturing. This white to off-white powder is a stable oxide of gadolinium with exceptional magnetic properties. Catalogue details: CAS 12064-62-9, molecular formula Gd₂O₃, molecular weight 362.50 g/mol, and requires storage at ambient conditions. The product carries a signal word of "Warning" for handling safety. Molekula supplies Gadolinium (III) oxide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Gadolinium (III) oxide is a rare-earth compound with high purity, primarily used in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) contrast agents, phosphors for lighting, and specialized glass manufacturing. This white to off-white powder is a stable oxide of gadolinium with exceptional magnetic properties. Catalogue details: CAS 12064-62-9, molecular formula Gd₂O₃, molecular weight 362.50 g/mol, and requires storage at ambient conditions. The product carries a signal word of "Warning" for handling safety. Molekula supplies Gadolinium (III) oxide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Pricing & pack sizes
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Fe2O3 | ≤ 0.002% |
| TREO | ≥ 99.0% |
| La2O3 | ≤ 0.001% |
| Sm2O3 | ≤ 0.002% |
| PbO | ≤ 0.005% |
| Tb4O7 | ≤ 0.002% |
| Dy2O3 | ≤ 0.001% |
| Eu2O3 | ≤ 0.001% |
| Gd2O3/TREO | ≥ 99.95% |
| Yttrium (III) Oxide (Y2O3) | ≤ 0.001% |
| Cerium(IV) Oxide (CeO2) | ≤ 0.001% |
| Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) | ≤ 0.004% |
| Calcium Oxide (CaO) | ≤ 0.003% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89967852 |
| CAS Number | 12064-62-9 |
| Molecular Formula | Gd2O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 362.50 |
| SMILES | [O-2].[O-2].[O-2].[Gd+3].[Gd+3] |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2846.90.8090 |
| Tariff Code | 2846906015 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is gadolinium(III) oxide primarily used for?
Gadolinium(III) oxide is commonly used in the manufacturing of gadolinium gallium garnet (GGG) for substrates in semiconductor and optical applications, as well as in phosphors, MRI contrast agents, and specialized glass manufacturing.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of gadolinium(III) oxide?
The chemical formula is **Gd₂O₃**, and the molecular weight is **362.50 g/mol**.
How should gadolinium(III) oxide be stored?
Store at **ambient conditions** in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
What purity grades of gadolinium(III) oxide does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies gadolinium(III) oxide at **99.9% purity** as standard.
Can Molekula supply gadolinium(III) oxide in bulk quantities?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.
What documentation is provided with an order of gadolinium(III) oxide?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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