Europium(III) nitrate hexahydrate (Eu(NO3)3•6H2O)-Crystalline

Characteristic

 

Europium(III) nitrate is an inorganic compound with the formula Eu(NO3)3. Its hexahydrate is the most common form, which is a colorless hygroscopic crystal. 

Chemical formula：Eu(NO₃)₃•6H₂O 

Molar mass：446.081 g/mol 

Appearance：colorless hygroscopic crystal 

Melting Point：85°C

Boiling Point：83 °C at 760 mmHg

Vapour：49.8mmHg at 25°C

Stability：Stable. Strong oxidizer.

Storage temp：0-6°C

 

Application

 

Europium(III) nitrate hexahydrate is used in the preparation of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals and other chemical products. It is used as a catalyst and a component of specialized steels. It is also used in the synthesis of light emitting nanomaterials.