Ammonium cerium nitrate (Diammonium Hexanitratocerate (IV), (NH4)2Ce(NO3)6) is a distinctive orange-red crystalline granular compound, classified as a high-value rare earth salt. This strong oxidizing agent is renowned for its exceptional reactivity, particularly under acidic conditions, where its oxidizability ranks among the strongest available reagents.
Ammonium Cerium Nitrate – High Purity Rare Earth Oxidant & Reagent
| CAS No.:16774-21-3 | EINECS No.:240-827-6 | Molecular Formula:Ce(NH4)2(NO3)6 | Molecular Weight:548.22 |
| Melting Point:108℃ | Density:10 | UN 1477 5.1/PG 2 |
Applications & Uses
1.Powerful Oxidizing Agent: A cornerstone reagent for redox titrations in analytical chemistry, enabling precise quantification of species like iron (II), iodides, organic thiols, and various pharmaceutical compounds. Its oxidizing power in acid surpasses most common oxidants except elemental fluorine, ozone and a few others.
2.Analytical Chemistry:
- Titrant: Standard solution for potectiometric titration, especially for determining trace silver ions (Ag+) and various amines.
- Detection Reagent: Acts as a color developing agent for detecting polyhydric alcohols ( e.g., sugars, glycols) in thin-layer chromatography (TLC).
- Sensor Component: Raw material for formulating ion-selective electrode membranes, particularly those sensitive to phosphate ions.
3.Catalysis: Functions as an effective catalyst or catalyst precursor for olefin polymerization reactions and other organic transofrmations requiring a strong oxidant.
4.Electronics & Semiconductor Industry:
- Etching Agent: Critical component in specialized ethcing solutions for printed circuit boards (PCBs) and microelectronics fabrication.
- Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP): Potential precursor for cerium-based CMP slurries used in semiconductor wafer polishing.
5.Chemical Synthesis & Intermediates: Serves as a versatile chemical intermediate in organic synthesis and as a precursor for manufacturing:
- Cerium Dioxide (Ceria, CeO2) Nanoparticles: Used in catalysts, polishing, UV blockers, and fuel cells.
- Other Cerium Compounds: Including rare earth fluorides (a key raw material mentioned).
6.Research & Development: Essential reagent in materials science for synthesizing novel cerium-based compounds, studying redox mechanisms, developing advanced catalysts, and researching energy storage or sensor technologies.
7.Pharmaceutical Intermedicates: Used in the synthesis of specific pharmaceutical intermeidates.
Why Choose our Ammonium cerium nitrate?
We supply high-purity, consistent-grade Ammonium Cerium (IV) Nitrate, synthesized from quality rare earth precursors. Its exceptional oxidizing power, solubility profile, and versatility make it indispensable for demanding applications in analytical laboratories, chemical manufacturing, electronics production, and cutting-edge materials research. Store in a cool, dry place away from combustibles and reducing agents.