LU1139 Lutetium Fluoride (LuF3) (CAS No. 13760-81-1)

Lutetium Fluoride (LuF3) Description

Lutetium Fluoride (LuF₃) is one of the important lutetium compounds. Compounds of lutetium always contain the element in the oxidation state +3. Aqueous solutions of most lutetium salts are colorless and form white crystalline solids upon drying, except the iodide. Lutetium salts, such as nitrate, sulfate, and acetate are water-soluble while oxide, hydroxide, fluoride, carbonate, phosphate, and oxalate are insoluble in water. Lutetium is silvery-white and is the last element in the rare earth series. However, unlike most rare earth, Lutetium lacks a magnetic moment and is the least naturally abundant element of its series. The mineral monazite is the most common source of commercially produced Lutetium. 

Lutetium Fluoride (LuF3) Applications

• In crystal form, used as an active laser medium.
• Specialized use in ceramics, glass, phosphors, and lasers. 
• Catalysts in petroleum cracking in refineries.
• Used in alkylation, hydrogenation, and polymerization applications.
• Oxygen-sensitive applications, such as metal production.

Lutetium Fluoride (LuF3) Specifications

Lutetium Fluoride (LuF3) Packaging

Our lutetium (III) fluoride is carefully handled to minimize damage during storage and transportation and to preserve the quality of our product in its original condition.