12036-44-1

Basic information

• Product Name: Thulium oxide
• Synonyms: Thulium(III)oxide,REacton99.997%(REO);Thulium(III) oxide, 99.90%;THULIUM OXIDE NANO-DISPERSION;THULIUM OXIDE, 99.99%;Thulium(III)oxide(99.9%-Tm)(REO);thulium(iii) oxide, reacton;THULIUMOXIDE,POWDER;THULIUMOXIDE,POWDER,HIGHPURITY
• CAS NO: 12036-44-1
• Molecular Formula: O3Tm2
• Molecular Weight: 385.87
• EINECS: 234-851-6
• Product Categories: Inorganics;Catalysis and Inorganic Chemistry;Chemical Synthesis;Oxides;Thulium;ThuliumMetal and Ceramic Science;metal oxide
• Mol File: 12036-44-1.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 2425°C
• Appearance: Pale Green/Sintered Lump
• Density: 8.600
• Storage Temp.: under inert gas (nitrogen or Argon) at 2-8°C
• Water Solubility: Slightly soluble in strong acids. Insoluble in water.
• Merck: 14,9394
• CAS DataBase Reference: Thulium oxide(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Thulium oxide(12036-44-1)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Thulium oxide(12036-44-1)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xi
• Statements: 36/37/38
• Safety Statements: 26-36
• WGK Germany: 3
• TSCA: Yes
• Hazardous Substances Data: 12036-44-1(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Thulium oxide is a white to slightly beige fine powder or crystal, an excellent source of thulium, and is used in various applications across different industries.

Uses

Used in Glass, Optical, and Ceramic Applications:
Thulium oxide is used as a thulium source for enhancing the properties of glass, optical, and ceramic materials, providing improved performance and functionality.
Used in Portable X-ray Transmission Devices:
Thulium oxide is used as a key component in the manufacturing of portable X-ray transmission devices, enabling efficient and portable X-ray imaging capabilities.
Used in Nuclear Reactor Control:
Thulium oxide serves as a nuclear reactor control material, playing a crucial role in the regulation and safety of nuclear energy production.
Used in Medicinal Chemistry as a Biosensor:
Nanostructured thulium oxide is utilized as an efficient biosensor in the field of medicinal chemistry, offering sensitive and selective detection of various biological molecules and processes.
Used in Garnet Lasers (as a dopant):
Thulium oxide, when used as a dopant in garnet lasers, enhances their performance in medical, dental, and fiber-optical applications, providing precise and efficient laser capabilities.

InChI:InChI=1/3O.2Tm/rO3Tm2/c1-4-3-5-2