Gadolinium Chloride GdCl3.6H2O

Product Properties

Product: Gadolinium Chloride
Formula: GdCl3.6H2O
CAS No.: 13450-84-5
Molecular Weight: 371.61
Density: 4.52 g/cm3
Melting point: 609° C
Appearance: White crystalline

Specification of Gadolinium Chloride

 
Gd2O3/TREO (% min.)99.99999.9999.999
TREO (% min.)45454545
Rare Earth Impuritiesppm max.ppm max.% max.% max.
La2O3/TREO
CeO2/TREO
Pr6O11/TREO
Nd2O3/TREO
Sm2O3/TREO
Eu2O3/TREO
Tb4O7/TREO
Dy2O3/TREO
Ho2O3/TREO
Er2O3/TREO
Tm2O3/TREO
Yb2O3/TREO
Lu2O3/TREO
Y2O3/TREO		1
1
1
1
5
5
5
1
1
1
1
1
1
2		5
10
10
10
30
30
20
5
5
5
5
5
5
5		0.005
0.005
0.005
0.005
0.023
0.05
0.011
0.01
0.005
0.005
0.001
0.001
0.001
0.03		0.01
0.01
0.01
0.01
0.11
0.1
0.05
0.05
0.05
0.02
0.01
0.01
0.01
0.05
Non-Rare Earth Impuritiesppm max.ppm max.% max.% max.
Fe2O3
SiO2
CaO
CuO
PbO
NiO		3
50
50
3
3
3		10
50
50
10
10
10		0.003
0.015
0.05
0.002
0.001
0.001		0.005
0.031
0.05
0.003
0.003
0.005

 

Application of Gadolinium Chloride

  • MRI Contrast Agents: While gadolinium chloride itself is not directly used as a contrast agent, it serves as a precursor in the synthesis of complex gadolinium-based compounds used in MRI contrast agents. These agents enhance the contrast of images obtained by magnetic resonance imaging, making it easier to differentiate between healthy and diseased tissues.
  • Chemical Synthesis: Gadolinium chloride can act as a catalyst or co-catalyst in various organic synthesis reactions. Its role often involves influencing reaction mechanisms or enhancing reaction rates, particularly in processes where its magnetic properties or ability to form complexes can be leveraged.
  • Doping Agent: In the production of advanced materials, such as phosphors, ceramics, and glass, gadolinium chloride is used as a doping agent. Gadolinium-doped materials exhibit enhanced magnetic, electrical, and optical properties, making them suitable for use in electronics, optoelectronics, and luminescent devices.
  • Preparation of Magnetic Materials: Gadolinium’s strong magnetic properties make gadolinium chloride useful in the synthesis of magnetic materials and nanoparticles. These materials have applications in data storage, magnetic resonance imaging, and magnetic fluid hyperthermia for cancer treatment.
  • Study of Magnetic Properties: Gadolinium chloride is used in research settings to study the magnetic properties of gadolinium and its compounds. This research can lead to the development of new materials and technologies that leverage gadolinium’s unique characteristics.