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Europium Ribbon
High Purity Eu Wire
7440-53-1
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99% Europium Ribbon
EU-M-02-RI
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99.9% Europium Ribbon
EU-M-03-RI
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99.99% Europium Ribbon
EU-M-04-RI
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99.999% Europium Ribbon
EU-M-05-RI
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See research below. American Elements specializes in producing Europium as ribbon in various thicknesses and sizes. Most ribbon is rolled High Purity Metallic Ribbonfor use in coating and thin film Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) processes including Thermal and Electron Beam (E-Beam) Evaporation, Low Temperature Organic Evaporation, Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD), Organometallic and Chemical Vapor Deposition (MOCVD) for specific applications such as fuel cells and solar energy . Thicknesses up to 0.02" and widths up to 1" are available for most metals. Materials are produced using crystallization , solid state and other ultra high purification processes such as sublimation. American Elements specializes in producing custom compositions for commercial and research applications and for new proprietary technologies. American Elements also casts any of the rare earth metals and most other advanced materials into rod, bar or plate form , as well as other machined shapes and through other processes such as nanoparticles (See also application discussion at Nanotechnology Information and at Quantum Dots ) and in the form of solutions and organometallics . We also produce Europium as rods, powder and plates. Other shapes are available by request.

Europium is a Block F, Group 3, Period 6 element. The electronic configuration is [Xe]4f76s2. In its elemental form europium's CAS number is 7440-53-1. The europium atom has a radius of 199.5.pm and it's Van der Waals radius is unknown. Europium is utilized primarily for its unique luminescent behavior. Europium is available as metal and compounds with purities from 99% to 99.999% (ACS grade to ultra-high purity); metals in the form of foil, sputtering target, and rod, and compounds as submicron and nanopowder.

Formula CAS No. Appearance Molecular Weight Density Melting Point Boiling Point Solubility Stability
Eu 7440-53-1 Silvery 151.97 5244 kg/m³ 826°C 1527°C N/A Store under argon gas
PRODUCT CATALOG Europium 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 Europium

  • Modification of the luminescence spectra of chloro(tetrapyridylcyclotetramine)europium complexes by fine tuning of the Eu-Cl distance with outer-sphere counterions in the solid state, in a polymer matrix and in solution. Chem Commun (Camb). 2008 Apr 14;(14):1671-3. Epub 2008 Feb 6.

  • Synthesis, crystal structure, magnetic and luminescence properties of KEuGe(2)O(6): a europium cyclogermanate containing infinite chains of edge-sharing Eu-O polyhedra. Dalton Trans. 2008 Apr 7;(13):1721-6. Epub 2008 Feb 26.

  • Rapid and quantitative DNA analysis of genetic mutations for polycystic kidney disease (PKD) using magnetic/luminescent nanoparticles. Anal Bioanal Chem. 2008 Apr;390(7):1829-35. Epub 2008 Feb 7.

  • A dual-step fluorescence resonance energy transfer-based quenching assay for screening of caspase-3 inhibitors. Anal Biochem. 2008 Apr 1;375(1):71-81. Epub 2007 Dec 31.

  • A single red InGaN-based light-emitting diode with a europium (III) ternary complex as mono-phosphor. Spectrochim Acta A Mol Biomol Spectrosc. 2008 Apr;69(4):1150-3. Epub 2007 Jun 22.

  • Structural and Luminescent Properties of Micro- and Nanosized Particles of Lanthanide Terephthalate Coordination Polymers. Inorg Chem. 2008 Mar 26; [Epub ahead of print]

  • A ratiometric optical imaging probe for intracellular pH based on modulation of europium emission. Org Biomol Chem. 2008 Mar 21;6(6):1020-33. Epub 2008 Feb 19.

  • Intramolecular energy transfer in a one-dimensional europium tetracyanoplatinate. Inorg Chem. 2008 Mar 17;47(6):1895-7. Epub 2008 Feb 14.

  • RE(AuAl2)nAl2(AuxSi1-x)2: A New Homologous Series of Quaternary Intermetallics Grown from Aluminum Flux. Inorg Chem. 2008 Mar 17;47(6):2089-97. Epub 2008 Jan 17.

  • An automated PCR platform with homogeneous time-resolved fluorescence detection and dry chemistry assay kits. Anal Biochem. 2008 Mar 15;374(2):411-6. Epub 2007 Dec 23.

  • A novel sensitive immunoassay method based on the Invader technique. Anal Biochem. 2008 Mar 15;374(2):278-284. Epub 2007 Nov 29.

  • Listening to lanthanide complexes: determination of the intrinsic luminescence quantum yield by nonradiative relaxation. Chemphyschem. 2008 Mar 14;9(4):600-6.

  • Europium(iii) complex-based luminescent sensing probes for multi-phosphate anions: modulating selectivity by ligand choice. Chem Commun (Camb). 2008 Mar 7;(9):1127-9. Epub 2008 Jan 10.

  • ENSAM: Europium Nanoparticles for Signal Enhancement of Antibody Microarrays on Nanoporous Silicon. J Proteome Res. 2008 Mar 7;7(3):1308-1314. Epub 2008 Feb 8.

  • Investigations of Acidity and Nucleophilicity of Diphenyldithiophosphinate Ligands Using Theory and Gas-Phase Dissociation Reactions. Inorg Chem. 2008 Mar 5; [Epub ahead of print]

  • Development of time-resolved immunofluorometric assays for vascular endothelial growth factor and application on plasma of patients with gastric tumours. Clin Exp Immunol. 2008 Mar;151(3):459-66.

  • Blue LED Excitable Temperature Sensors Based on a New Europium(III) Chelate. J Fluoresc. 2008 Mar;18(2):581-9. Epub 2008 Feb 21.

  • Photochemical Mineralization of Europium, Titanium, and Iron Oxyhydroxide Nanoparticles in the Ferritin Protein Cage. Inorg Chem. 2008 Feb 29; [Epub ahead of print]

  • Fluorescence-enhanced europium-diethylenetriaminepentaacetic (DTPA)-monoamide complexes for the assessment of renal function. J Med Chem. 2008 Feb 28;51(4):957-62. Epub 2008 Feb 6.

  • Highly Efficient Sensitized Red Emission from Europium (III) in Ir-Eu Bimetallic Complexes by (3)MLCT Energy Transfer. Inorg Chem. 2008 Feb 27; [Epub ahead of print]

 

Material Safety Data Sheet
  • 1 Identification of substance

    • Product details

    • Trade name Europium Ribbon
  • 2 Composition/Data on components:

    • Chemical characterization:
                 Designation: (CAS#)                                        
      Europium (CAS# 7440-53-1), 100%
    • Identification number(s):
    • EINECS Number: 231-161-7
    • Additonal information: Packaged under mineral oil (CAS# 8012-95-1)
  • 3 Hazards identification

    • Hazard designation: F Highly flammable
    • Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment
      R 11 Highly flammable.
      R 15 Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases.
  • 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 Extinguishing powder. Do not use water.
    • For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents
      Water.
      Halocarbon extinguisher
    • Special hazards caused by the material, its products of combustion or
        flue gases:
      Contact with water releases hydrogen (explosive).
    • 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
      Keep away from ignition sources
    • Measures for environmental protection:
      Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.
    • Measures for cleaning/collecting:
      Ensure adequate ventilation.
      Do not flush with water or aqueous cleansing agents
      Keep away from ignition sources.
    • 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.
      Open and handle container with care.
    • Information about protection against explosions and fires:
      Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke.
      Protect against electrostatic charges.
      Fumes can combine with air to form an explosive mixture.

    • Storage
    • Requirements to be met by storerooms and containers:
      Store in cool location.
    • Information about storage in one common storage facility:
      Store away from water.
      Do not store together with oxidizing and acidic materials.
      Store away from halogens.
    • Further information about storage conditions:
      Store in petroleum or under dry argon.
      Protect from humidity and keep away from water.
      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.
    • Breathing equipment: Use breathing protection with high concentrations.
    • Protection of hands: Impervious gloves
    • Eye protection:
      Safety glasses
      Full face protection
      Face protection
    • Body protection: Protective work clothing.
  • 9 Physical and chemical properties:

    • General Information

    • Form: Solid.
    • Colour: Silver-coloured
    • Smell: Odourless
    •   Value/Range  Unit    Method      
    • Change in condition
    • Melting point/Melting range:                   822 ° C
    • Boiling point/Boiling range:                  1439 ° C
    • Sublimation temperature / start:   Not determined

    • Flash point:                       Not applicable

    • Inflammability (solid, gaseous)    Highly flammable.
      Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases.

    • Ignition temperature:              Not determined

    • Decomposition temperature:         Not determined

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

    • Steam pressure:                    Not determined

    • Density                at   20 ° C            5.26 g/cm³

    • Solubility in / Miscibility with
    • Water:                             Not determined
  • 10 Stability and reactivity

    • Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided:
      No decomposition if used and stored according to specifications.
    • Materials to be avoided:
      Oxidizing agents
      Water/moisture
      Acids
      Halogens
      Air
    • Dangerous reactions: Contact with water releases flammable gases
    • Dangerous products of decomposition: Hydrogen
  • 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.
  • 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:     4.1 (F3) Flammable solids.
    • Kemler Number:            40
    • UN-Number:                3178
    • Packaging group:          II
    • Label                     4.1
    • Designation of goods:     3178 FLAMMABLE SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S.
                                 (europium)

    • Maritime transport IMDG/GGVSea:
    • IMDG/GGVSea Class:        4.1
    • UN Number:                3178
    • Label                     4.1
    • Packaging group:          II
    • Correct technical name:   FLAMMABLE SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (europium)

    • Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
    • ICAO/IATA Class:          4.1
    • UN/ID Number:             3178
    • Label                     4.1
    • Packaging group:          II
    • Correct technical name:   FLAMMABLE SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (europium)
  • 15 Regulatory information


    • Designation according to EC guidelines:

    • Code letter and hazard designation of product: F Highly flammable

    • Risk phrases:
      11 Highly flammable.
      15 Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases.

    • 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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