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Cerium Ammonium Nitrate
(NH4)2Ce(NO3)6
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Cerium Ammonium Nitrate is a highly water soluble crystalline cerium source for uses compatible with nitrates and mid to lower (acidic) pH.It is generally immediately available in most volumes. Ultra high purity and high purity compositions improve both optical quality and usefulness as scientific standards. Nanoscale (See also Nanotechnology Information and Quantum Dots) elemental powders and suspensions, as alternative high surface area forms, may be considered. The numerous commercial applications for cerium include metallurgy, glass and glass polishing, ceramics, catalysts, and in phosphors. In steel manufacturing it is used to remove free oxygen and sulfur by forming stable oxysulfides and by tying up undesirable trace elements, such as lead and antimony. It is considered to be the most efficient glass polishing agent for precision optical polishing. Additional technical, research and safety (MSDS) information is available as is a Reference Calculator for converting relevant units of measurement.

Cerium is a Block F, Group 3, Period 6 element. The electronic configuration is [Xe]4f26s2. In its elemental form cerium's CAS number is 7440-45-1. The cerium atom has a radius of 182.5.pm and it's Van der Waals radius is 181.pm. Cerium is one of the products manufactured and distributed under the tradename AE Rare Earths. Cerium is the most abundant of the rare earths metals. It is characterized chemically by having two valence states , the +3 cerous and +4 ceric states. The ceric state is the only non-trivalent rare earth ion stable in aqueous solutions. It is, therefore, strongly acidic. It is also a strong oxidizer. The cerous state closely resembles the other trivalent rare earths. The numerous commercial applications for cerium include metallurgy, glass and glass polishing, ceramics, catalysts, as the electrolyte for solid oxide fuel cells when doped with yttrium, gadolinium or samarium and in phosphors.

Formula CAS No. Appearance Molecular Weight Density Melting Point Boiling Point Solubility Stability
(NH4)2Ce(NO3)6 16774-21-3 Yellow 548.23       Soluble in water and strong mineral acids Slightly hygroscopic
PRODUCT CATALOG Cerium Research, Properties, & Information Submicron & Nanopowder Tolling Ultra High Purity Sputtering Target Crystal Growth Rod, Plate, Powder, etc. MSDS
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Recent Research & Development for Cerium

  • Cerium dioxide/polyaniline core-shell nanocomposites. J Colloid Interface Sci. 2008 Apr 1;320(1):194-201. Epub 2008 Jan 17.

  • Ultrastructural localization of acid phosphatase in arbusculate coils of mycorrhizal Phoenix canariensis roots. Physiol Plant. 2008 Apr;132(4):503-13.

  • A novel method for the modification of zinc powder by ultrasonic impregnation in cerium nitrate solution. Ultrason Sonochem. 2008 Apr;15(4):393-401. Epub 2007 Oct 13.

  • Oxidative stress induced by cerium oxide nanoparticles in cultured BEAS-2B cells. Toxicology. 2008 Mar 12;245(1-2):90-100. Epub 2008 Jan 3.

  • Efficient transformation of azides to primary amines using the mild and easily accessible CeCl3.7H2O/NaI system. J Org Chem. 2008 Mar 7;73(5):1919-24. Epub 2008 Feb 12.

  • Lipidomic analysis reveals differential defense responses of Taxus cuspidata cells to two elicitors, methyl jasmonate and cerium (Ce(4+)). Biochim Biophys Acta. 2008 Mar;1781(3):123-34. Epub 2007 Dec 8.

  • Influences of Calcium Deficiency and Cerium on Growth of Spinach Plants. Biol Trace Elem Res. 2008 Mar;121(3):266-275. Epub 2007 Oct 25.

  • Fluorescence spectroscopic characterization of DOM fractions isolated from a filtered river water after ozonation and catalytic ozonation. Chemosphere. 2008 Mar;71(5):911-21. Epub 2008 Jan 10.

  • Determination of total chromium by flame atomic absorption spectrometry after coprecipitation by cerium (IV) hydroxide. Environ Monit Assess. 2008 Mar;138(1-3):167-72. Epub 2007 Jun 12.

  • Measuring the redox activity of individual catalytic nanoparticles in cerium-based oxides. Nano Lett. 2008 Mar;8(3):962-7. Epub 2008 Feb 6.

  • Cerium Ion-Chelated Magnetic Silica Microspheres for Enrichment and Direct Determination of Phosphopeptides by Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization Mass Spectrometry. J Proteome Res. 2008 Feb 29; [Epub ahead of print]

  • Effects of Lanthanum and Cerium on the Growth and Mineral Nutrition of Corn and Mungbean. Ann Bot (Lond). 2008 Feb 21; [Epub ahead of print]

  • A Ceric Ammonium Nitrate N-Dearylation of N-p-Anisylazoles Applied to Pyrazole, Triazole, Tetrazole, and Pentazole Rings: Release of Parent Azoles. Generation of Unstable Pentazole, HN(5)/N(5)(-), in Solution. J Org Chem. 2008 Feb 15;73(4):1354-64. Epub 2008 Jan 17.

  • Controlled synthesis and upconverted avalanche luminescence of cerium(III) and neodymium(III) orthovanadate nanocrystals with high uniformity of size and shape. J Am Chem Soc. 2008 Feb 13;130(6):2032-40. Epub 2008 Jan 17.

  • Destruction of organic pollutants by cerium(IV) MEO process: a study on the influence of process conditions for EDTA mineralization. J Hazard Mater. 2008 Feb 11;150(3):596-603. Epub 2007 May 10.

  • A density functional study of Ce@C82: explanation of the Ce preferential bonding site. J Phys Chem A. 2008 Feb 7;112(5):1071-5. Epub 2008 Jan 16.

  • Scalable synthesis of the VEGF-R2 kinase inhibitor JNJ-17029259 using ultrasound-mediated addition of MeLi-CeCl3 to a nitrile. J Org Chem. 2008 Feb 1;73(3):1121-3. Epub 2008 Jan 3.

  • Catalytic oxidative treatment of diluted black liquor at mild conditions using copper oxide/cerium oxide catalyst. Water Environ Res. 2008 Feb;80(2):136-41.

  • Decomposition kinetics of ammonia in gaseous stream by a nanoscale copper-cerium bimetallic catalyst. J Hazard Mater. 2008 Jan 15;150(1):53-61. Epub 2007 Apr 20.

  • New sialyl Lewis(x) mimic containing an alpha-substituted beta(3)-amino acid spacer. Carbohydr Res. 2008 Jan 14;343(1):31-8. Epub 2007 Oct 7.
Material Safety Data Sheet
  • 1 Identification of substance

    • Product details

    • Trade name Cerium (IV) ammonium nitrate
  • 2 Composition/Data on components:

    • Chemical characterization:
                 Designation: (CAS#)                                        
      Cerium (IV) ammonium nitrate (CAS# 16774-21-3), 100%
    • Identification number(s):
    • EINECS Number: 240-827-6
  • 3 Hazards identification

    • Hazard designation:
      Xi Irritant
      O  Oxidising
    • Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment
      R 8     Contact with combustible material may cause fire.
      R 36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
  • 4 First aid measures

    • After inhalation
      Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Consult doctor if symptoms persist.
      Seek immediate medical advice.
    • After skin contact
      Instantly wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
      Seek immediate medical advice.
    • After eye contact
      Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult doctor.
    • After swallowing Seek immediate medical advice.
  • 5 Fire fighting measures

    • Suitable extinguishing agents Water spray jet
    • Special hazards caused by the material, its products of combustion or
        flue gases:
      This substance is an oxidizer and its heat of reaction with reducing agents or combustibles may cause ignition.
      Can be released in case of fire:
      Nitrogen oxides (NOx)
      Ammonia
    • Protective equipment:
      Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
      Wear full protective suit.
  • 6 Accidental release measures

    • Person-related safety precautions:
      Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
      Ensure adequate ventilation
    • Measures for environmental protection:
      Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.
    • Measures for cleaning/collecting: Collect mechanically.
    • Additional information:
      See Section 7 for information on safe handling
      See section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
      See Section 13 for information on disposal.
  • 7 Handling and storage


    • Handling
    • Information for safe handling:
      Keep containers tightly sealed.
      Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.
      Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
    • Information about protection against explosions and fires:
      Substance/product can reduce the ignition temperature of flammable substances.
      This substance is an oxidizer and its heat of reaction with reducing agents or combustibles may cause ignition.

    • Storage
    • Requirements to be met by storerooms and containers:
      No special requirements.
    • Information about storage in one common storage facility:
      Store away from flammable substances.
      Store away from reducing agents.
    • Further information about storage conditions:
      Keep container tightly sealed.
      Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.
  • 8 Exposure controls and personal protection

    • Additional information about design of technical systems:
      Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

    • Components with critical values that require monitoring at the
      workplace:                                                             
      Not required.
    • Additional information: No data

    • Personal protective equipment
    • General protective and hygienic measures
      The usual precautionary measures should be adhered to in handling the chemicals.
      Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and food.
      Instantly remove any soiled and impregnated garments.
      Wash hands during breaks and at the end of the work.
      Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
    • Breathing equipment: Use breathing protection with high concentrations.
    • Protection of hands: Impervious gloves
    • Eye protection:
      Safety glasses
      Face protection
    • Body protection: Protective work clothing.
  • 9 Physical and chemical properties:

    • General Information

    • Form: Granulate
    • Colour: Orange
    • Smell: Not determined
    •   Value/Range  Unit    Method      
    • Change in condition
    • Melting point/Melting range:       Not determined
    • Boiling point/Boiling range:       Not determined
    • Sublimation temperature / start:   Not determined

    • Flash point:                       Not applicable

    • Inflammability (solid, gaseous)
      Contact with combustible material may cause fire.

    • Ignition temperature:              Not determined

    • Decomposition temperature:         Not determined

    • Critical values for explosion:
    • Lower:                             Not determined
    • Upper:                             Not determined

    • Steam pressure:                    Not determined

    • Density                            Not determined

    • Solubility in / Miscibility with
    • Water:                 at   25 ° C            1410 g/l
  • 10 Stability and reactivity

    • Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided:
      No decomposition if used and stored according to specifications.
    • Materials to be avoided: Reducing agents, easily oxidized materials
    • Dangerous reactions:
      Reacts with reducing agents
      Reacts with flammable substances
    • Dangerous products of decomposition:
      Nitrous vitriol gases
      Ammonia
  • 11 Toxicological information

    • Acute toxicity:
    • Primary irritant effect:
    • on the skin: Irritant for skin and mucous membranes.
    • on the eye: Irritant effect.
    • Sensitization: No sensitizing effect known.
    • Additional toxicological information:
      To the best of our knowledge the acute and chronic toxicity of this substance is not fully known.
      No classification data on carcinogenic properties of this material is available from the EPA, IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH.
  • 12 Ecological information:

    • General notes:
      Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.
      Water hazard class 1 (Self-assessment): slightly hazardous for water.
      Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water bodies or sewage system.
  • 13 Disposal considerations


    • Product:
    • Recommendation
      Consult state, local or national regulations for proper disposal.
      Hand over to disposers of hazardous waste.
      Must be specially treated under adherence to official regulations.

    • Uncleaned packagings:
    • Recommendation:
      Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
  • 14 Transport information


    • Land transport ADR/RID and GGVS/GGVE (cross-border/domestic)
    • ADR/RID-GGVS/E Class:     5.1 (O2) Oxidizing substances.
    • Kemler Number:            50
    • UN-Number:                1477
    • Packaging group:          III
    • Label                     5.1
    • Designation of goods:     1477 NITRATES, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (Cerium (IV)
                                 ammonium nitrate)

    • Maritime transport IMDG/GGVSea:
    • IMDG/GGVSea Class:        5.1
    • UN Number:                1477
    • Label                     5.1
    • Packaging group:          III
    • Correct technical name:   NITRATES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

    • Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
    • ICAO/IATA Class:          5.1
    • UN/ID Number:             1477
    • Label                     5.1
    • Packaging group:          III
    • Correct technical name:   NITRATES, INORGANIC, N.O.S.
  • 15 Regulatory information


    • Designation according to EC guidelines:

    • Code letter and hazard designation of product:
      Xi Irritant O Oxidising

    • Risk phrases:
      8     Contact with combustible material may cause fire.
      36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.

    • Safety phrases:
      26    In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

    • National regulations

    • Information about limitation of use:
      For use only by technically qualified individuals.
      Employment restrictions concerning young persons must be observed.

    • Water hazard class:
      Water hazard class 1 (Self-assessment): slightly hazardous for water.
  • 16 Other information:

      Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information gathered by them, and should make independent judgement of suitability of this information to ensure proper use and protect the health and safety of employees.  This information is furnished without warranty, and any use of the product not in conformance with this Material Safety Data Sheet, or in combination with any other product or process, is the responsibility of the user.
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