Scandium pieces, 99.9%

Listed under CAS 7440-20-2, Scandium pieces is a rare earth metal available from Vaqora Chemicals (Puriss grade) at a purity of ≥99.9%. The compound has the formula Sc, corresponding to a molecular weight of 44.96 g/mol. The IUPAC name is scandium. Alternative names: Scandium metal pieces.

It is supplied as a grey to dark grey solid. Literature values give a melting point of 1540 °C and a density of 2.99 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for magnet alloys, metallurgy and materials research. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and metallurgy and mining.

Available in 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, Scandium pieces is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.