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Gallium(III) nitrate hydrate, Puratronic™, 99.999% (metals basis), Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Gallium(III) nitrate hydrate is the potential precursor for the synthesis of other gallium compounds. It finds application in the preparation of gallium nitride, which is used as a solar cell array for satellites. In the field of pharmaceutical industry, it is used to treat symptomatic hypercalcemia by preventing the breakdown of bone by slowing osteoclast activity.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 110°C (decomposition) |
| Color | White |
| Physical Form | Crystalline Aggregates |
| Quantity | 5 g |
| UN Number | UN1477 |
| Merck Index | 14,4346 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water. |
| IUPAC Name | gallium;trinitrate;hydrate |
| Formula Weight | 255.73 (Anhydrous) |
| Percent Purity | 99.999% |
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Safety and Handling
- Gallium(III) nitrate hydrate
- Danger
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Oxidising solid Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- H272-May intensify fire; oxidiser.
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Gallium(III) nitratehydrate
RUO – Research Use Only
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