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Lutetium Carbonate
Lu2(CO3)3.xH2O
Product Product Code Order or Specifications
(2N) 99% Lutetium Carbonate LU-CB-02 Contact American Elements
(3N) 99.9% Lutetium Carbonate LU-CB-03 Contact American Elements
(4N) 99.99% Lutetium Carbonate LU-CB-04 Contact American Elements
(5N) 99.999% Lutetium Carbonate LU-CB-05 Contact American Elements
Carbonate IonLutetium Carbonate is a water insoluble Lutetium source that can easily be converted to other Lutetium compounds, such as the oxide by heating (calcination). Carbonate compounds also give off carbon dioxide when treated with dilute acids. Lutetium is used for x-ray phosphors because it produces the densest known white material, lutetium tantalate (LuTaO4). It is utilized as a dopant in matching lattice parameters of certain substrate garnet crystals, such as indium-gallium-garnet (IGG). Lutetium Carbonate 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.American Elements produces to many standard grades when applicable, including Mil Spec (military grade); ACS, Reagent and Technical Grade; Food, Agricultural and Pharmaceutical Grade; Optical Grade, USP and EP/BP (European Pharmacopoeia/British Pharmacopoeia)and follows applicable ASTM testing standards.Typical and custom packaging is available. Additional technical, research and safety (MSDS) information is available as is a Reference Calculator for converting relevant units of measurement.

Lutetium(Lu) atomic and molecular weight, atomic number and elemental symbolLutetium is a Block F, Group 3, Period 6 element. The number of electrons in each of Lutetium's shells is 2, 8, 18, 32, 9, 2 and its electronic configuration is [Xe] 4f15 5d1 6s2. In its elemental form lutetium's CAS number is 7439-94-3. The lutetium atom has a radius of 171.8.pm and it's Van der Waals radius is unknown. Lutetium is not toxic. Lutetium is the last member of the rare earth series. Lutetium is available as metal and Elemental Lutetiumcompounds 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. Unlike most rare earths it lacks a magnetic Lutetium Bohr Model moment. It also has the smallest metallic radius of any rare earth. It also has the smallest metallic radius of any rare earth. It is perhaps the least naturally abundant of the lanthanides. It is the ideal host for x-ray phosphors because it produces the densest known white material, lutetium tantalate (LuTaO4). It is utilized as a dopant in matching lattice parameters of certain substrate garnet crystals, such as indium-gallium-garnet (IGG) crystals due its lack of a magnetic moment.Lutetium is the last member of the rare earth series. Lutetium 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. Unlike most rare earths it lacks a magnetic moment. It also has the smallest metallic radius of any rare earth. Lutetium was first discovered by George Urbain in 1907. The name Lutetium originates from the Latin word Lutetia meaning Paris. See Lutetium research below.

Formula CAS No. Appearance Molecular Weight Density Melting Point Boiling Point Solubility Stability
Lu2(CO3)3.xH2O 5895-53-4 White 529.97       Soluble in water, moderately soluble in strong mineral acids Slightly hygroscopic
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Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Shipping documentation includes a Certificate of Analysis and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 440 gallon liquid totes.

 

 

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Recent Research & Development for Lutetium

  • Use of internal scintillator radioactivity to calibrate DOI function of a PET detector with a dual-ended-scintillator readout. Bircher C, Shao Y. Med Phys. 2012 Feb;39(2):777. PMID: 22320787 [PubMed - in process]

  • Phthalocyanine with a giant dielectric constant. Yazici A, Unüs N, Altindal A, Salih B, Bekaroglu O. Dalton Trans. 2012 Feb 7. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 22310939 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

  • Towards the Real Octupolar Cube: ABAB Bis(phthalocyaninato)lutetium(III) Complex exhibiting Out-standing Quadratic Hyperpolarizability. Ayhan MM, Singh A, Hirel C, Gürek AG, Ahsen V, Jeanneau E, Ledoux-Rak I, Zyss J, Andraud C, Bretonničre Y. J Am Chem Soc. 2012 Feb 6. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 22308960 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

  • Rare-Earth-Metal-Hydrocarbyl Complexes Bearing Linked Cyclopentadienyl or Fluorenyl Ligands: Synthesis, Catalyzed Styrene Polymerization, and Structure-Reactivity Relationship. Jian Z, Cui D, Hou Z. Chemistry. 2012 Jan 26. doi: 10.1002/chem.201102682. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 22282393 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

  • Outpatient therapeutic nuclear oncology. Turner JH. Ann Nucl Med. 2012 Jan 7. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 22222779 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

  • Poly[tetra-aquadi-?(4)-oxalato-lutetium(III)potassium]. Zhang FM, Sun TZ, Hou GF, Yan PF, Li GM. Acta Crystallogr Sect E Struct Rep Online. 2011 Nov 1;67(Pt 11):m1591. Epub 2011 Oct 22. PMID: 22219822 [PubMed - in process]

  • Selected Trace Elements in the Sacramento River, California: Occurrence and Distribution. Taylor HE, Antweiler RC, Roth DA, Alpers CN, Dileanis P. Arch Environ Contam Toxicol. 2011 Dec 23. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 22193863 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

  • Nuclear chemical transformations of ytterbium and lutetium radionuclides following (n,?) and beta decay reactions in Tris(2,2,6,6-tetramethyle-3,5-heptanedionato)Yb(III). Nassan L, Achkar B, Yassine T. Appl Radiat Isot. 2011 Dec 6. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 22189373 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

  • Influence of cations on the complexation yield of DOTATATE with yttrium and lutetium: a perspective study for enhancing the (90)Y and (177)Lu labeling conditions. Asti M, Tegoni M, Farioli D, Iori M, Guidotti C, Cutler CS, Mayer P, Versari A, Salvo D. Nucl Med Biol. 2011 Dec 13. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 22172388 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

  • A novel compensation method for the anode gain non-uniformity of multi-anode photomultiplier tubes. Lee CM, Il Kwon S, Ko GB, Ito M, Yoon HS, Lee DS, Hong SJ, Lee JS. Phys Med Biol. 2012 Jan 7;57(1):191-207. PMID: 22156011 [PubMed - in process]

  • Automated Module Radiolabeling of Peptides and Antibodies with Gallium-68, Lutetium-177 and Iodine-131. De Decker M, Turner JH. Cancer Biother Radiopharm. 2011 Dec 7. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 22149590 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

  • An unusual organoyttrium alkyl complex containing a [C5HMe3(?(3)-CH2)-C5H4N-?]- ligand and an elusive cyclopentadienide-based scandium tuck-over zwitterion obtained by C-H bond activation. Jian Z, Cui D. Chemistry. 2011 Dec 16;17(51):14578-85. doi: 10.1002/chem.201102378. Epub 2011 Nov 14. PMID: 22083978 [PubMed - in process]

  • Evaluation of 177Lu-DOTA-sst2 antagonist versus 177Lu-DOTA-sst2 agonist binding in human cancers in vitro. Cescato R, Waser B, Fani M, Reubi JC. J Nucl Med. 2011 Dec;52(12):1886-90. Epub 2011 Nov 8. PMID: 22068898 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

  • Reactions of late lanthanide metal atoms and methanol in solid argon: a matrix isolation infrared spectroscopic and theoretical study. Gong Y, Andrews L, Chen M, Dixon DA. J Phys Chem A. 2011 Dec 29;115(51):14581-92. Epub 2011 Dec 5. PMID: 22054215 [PubMed - in process]

  • Nuclear medicine techniques for the imaging and treatment of neuroendocrine tumours. Teunissen JJ, Kwekkeboom DJ, Valkema R, Krenning EP. Endocr Relat Cancer. 2011 Oct 17;18 Suppl 1:S27-51. Print 2011 Oct. Review. PMID: 22005114 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

  • A Positron Emission Tomograph Based on LSO-APD Modules with a Sampling ADC Read-out System for a Students' Advanced Laboratory Course. Schneider FR, Mann AB, Konorov I, Delso G, Paul S, Ziegler SI. Z Med Phys. 2011 Oct 20. [Epub ahead of print] PMID: 22019183 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

  • Preparation and scintillating properties of sol-gel eu, tb co-doped lu(2)o(3) nanopowders. de Jesús Morales Ramírez A, Murillo AG, de Jesús Carrillo Romo F, Hernández MG, Palmerin JM, Guerrero RR. Int J Mol Sci. 2011;12(9):6240-54. Epub 2011 Sep 23. PMID: 22016655 [PubMed - in process]

  • Timing and optimized acquisition parameters for the whole-body imaging of š??Lu-EDTMP toward performing bone pain palliation treatment. Liu C, Brasic JR, Liu X, Li H, Xiang X, Luo Z, Wang Y, Kuai D, Zhang G, Zaknun JJ. Nucl Med Commun. 2012 Jan;33(1):90-6. PMID: 22001721 [PubMed - in process]

  • Physical performance of the new hybrid PET?CT Discovery-690. Bettinardi V, Presotto L, Rapisarda E, Picchio M, Gianolli L, Gilardi MC. Med Phys. 2011 Oct;38(10):5394-411. PMID: 21992359 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

  • Dihydrogen addition in a dinuclear rare-earth metal hydride complex supported by a metalated TREN ligand. Venugopal A, Fegler W, Spaniol TP, Maron L, Okuda J. J Am Chem Soc. 2011 Nov 9;133(44):17574-7. Epub 2011 Oct 18.

 

 

Material Safety Data Sheet
  • 1 Identification of substance

    • Product details

    • Trade name Lutetium (III) carbonate
  • 2 Composition/Data on components:

    • Chemical characterization:
                 Designation: (CAS#)                                        
      Lutetium (III) carbonate, hydrate (CAS# ?), 100%
    • Identification number(s):
    • EINECS Number: 227-586-2
  • 3 Hazards identification

    • Hazard designation: · void
    • Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment
      Not applicable
  • 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 medical treatment.
  • 5 Fire fighting measures

    • Suitable extinguishing agents
      CO2, extinguishing powder or water jet. Fight larger fires with water jet.
    • Special hazards caused by the material, its products of combustion or
        flue gases:
      Can be released in case of fire:
      Carbon monoxide (CO)
      Metal oxide
    • 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.
      No special precautions necessary if used correctly.
    • Information about protection against explosions and fires:
      No special measures required.

    • Storage
    • Requirements to be met by storerooms and containers:
      No special requirements.
    • Information about storage in one common storage facility:
      Do not store together with acids.
      Store away from water.
    • Further information about storage conditions:
      This product is hygroscopic.
      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
    • Body protection: Protective work clothing.
  • 9 Physical and chemical properties:

    • General Information

    • Form: Crystalline
    • Colour: White
    • Smell: Odourless
    •   Value/Range  Unit    Method      
    • Change in condition
    • Melting point/Melting range:                  >500 ° C     decomposes
    • Boiling point/Boiling range:       Not determined
    • Sublimation temperature / start:   Not determined

    • Flash point:                       Not applicable

    • Inflammability (solid, gaseous)    Product is not inflammable.

    • Ignition temperature:              Not determined

    • Decomposition temperature:         Not determined

    • Danger of explosion:               Product is not explosive.

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

    • Steam pressure:                    Not determined

    • Density                            Not determined

    • Solubility in / Miscibility with
    • Water:                             Insoluble
  • 10 Stability and reactivity

    • Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided:
      No decomposition if used and stored according to specifications.
    • Materials to be avoided:
      Acids
      Water/moisture
    • Dangerous reactions: No dangerous reactions known
    • Dangerous products of decomposition:
      Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide
      Metal oxide
  • 11 Toxicological information

    • Acute toxicity:
    • Primary irritant effect:
    • on the skin: May cause irritation
    • on the eye: May cause irritation
    • 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.
      Generally not hazardous for water.
  • 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:         None

    • Maritime transport IMDG/GGVSea:
    • IMDG/GGVSea Class:        None

    • Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
    • ICAO/IATA Class:          None

    • Transport/Additional information:
      Not dangerous according to the above specifications.
  • 15 Regulatory information


    • Designation according to EC guidelines:
      Observe the normal safety regulations when handling chemicals
      The product is not subject to identification regulations under EC Directives and the Ordinance on Hazardous Materials (GefStoffV).

    • National regulations

    • Information about limitation of use:
      For use only by technically qualified individuals.

    • Water hazard class: Generally not 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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