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Yttrium(III) oxide

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99.999% trace metals basis

Synonym(s):

Yttria

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
Y2O3
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
225.81
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352303
eCl@ss:
38160202
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.23

Quality Level

Assay

99.999% trace metals basis

form

powder

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mp

2410 °C (lit.)

density

5.01 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

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SMILES string

O=[Y]O[Y]=O

InChI

1S/3O.2Y

InChI key

SIWVEOZUMHYXCS-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

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Application

  • Yttrium(III) oxide: Employed extensively in the manufacture of yttrium aluminum garnets, which are used in various laser systems. It also serves as a host lattice for phosphor materials used in white LED lighting. Additionally, yttrium oxide is utilized in making glass with high temperature and shock resistance, which is essential for aerospace applications (Sigma-Aldrich, CAS 1314-36-9).

Storage Class Code

13 - Non Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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