Ytterbium pieces, 99.9%

Name: Ytterbium pieces, 99.9%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-015949

About Ytterbium pieces, 99.9%

Listed under CAS 7440-64-4, Ytterbium pieces is a rare earth metal available from Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 99.9% purity. The compound has the formula Yb, corresponding to a molecular weight of 173.05 g/mol. The IUPAC name is ytterbium. Common synonyms include Ytterbium metal.

The product is provided as pieces. Key physical data: a melting point of 824 °C and a boiling point of 1196 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 9 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for magnet alloys, metallurgy, materials research and biological staining. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research and metallurgy and mining.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Ytterbium pieces in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 1 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Magnet alloys
Metallurgy
Materials research
Biological staining

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ytterbium pieces, 99.9%
Catalogue No.	VQ-015949
CAS Number	7440-64-4
IUPAC name	ytterbium
Molecular formula	Yb
Molecular weight	173.05 g/mol
Exact mass	173.9389
Purity / assay	99.9%
HSN code	28053000
InChIKey	NAWDYIZEMPQZHO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	[Yb]
PubChem CID	23992

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
Appearance	Pieces
Melting point	824 °C
Boiling point	1196 °C
Density	6.54 g/mL at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H228Flammable solid
H250Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air
H252Self-heating in large quantities, may catch fire
H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P222, P231, P233, P235, P240, P241, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P335 + P334, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 7440-64-4

Puriss

Ytterbium powder, 99.9%

CAS: 7440-64-4
Formula: Yb
MW: 173.05 g/mol

VQ-015950

Ytterbium, pieces 3-10 mm, 99.9%

CAS: 7440-64-4
Formula: Yb
MW: 173.05 g/mol

VQ-015951

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Ytterbium pieces, 99.9%?

The CAS Registry Number of Ytterbium pieces, 99.9% is 7440-64-4. It is also known as Ytterbium metal.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ytterbium pieces, 99.9%?

Ytterbium pieces, 99.9% has the molecular formula Yb and a molecular weight of 173.05 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is ytterbium.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ytterbium pieces, 99.9% can I order?

We supply Ytterbium pieces, 99.9% in (99.9%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ytterbium pieces, 99.9%?

Yes. Every lot of Ytterbium pieces, 99.9% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Ytterbium pieces, 99.9% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ytterbium pieces, 99.9% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.