Ytterbium powder, 99.9%

Name: Ytterbium powder, 99.9%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-015950

About Ytterbium powder, 99.9%

Ytterbium powder is a rare earth metal (Puriss grade) carrying the CAS registry number 7440-64-4 at a purity of 99.9%. Its molecular formula is Yb and its molecular weight is 173.05 g/mol. The IUPAC name is ytterbium. Common synonyms include Ytterbium metal powder.

In its supplied form it is a grey to black powder. Literature values give a melting point of 824 °C and a density of 6.54 g/mL at 25 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 9 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span magnet alloys, metallurgy, materials research and biological staining. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and metallurgy and mining.

We offer Ytterbium powder in 1 g, 5 g and 10 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Magnet alloys
Metallurgy
Materials research
Biological staining

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ytterbium powder, 99.9%
Catalogue No.	VQ-015950
CAS Number	7440-64-4
IUPAC name	ytterbium
Molecular formula	Yb
Molecular weight	173.05 g/mol
Exact mass	173.9389
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	99.9%
HSN code	28053000
InChIKey	NAWDYIZEMPQZHO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	[Yb]
PubChem CID	23992

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Grey to black powder
Melting point	824 °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

Ytterbium pieces, 99.9%

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

VQ-015949

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 powder, 99.9%?

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

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

Ytterbium powder, 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 powder, 99.9% can I order?

We supply Ytterbium powder, 99.9% in Puriss (99.9%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 10 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

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

Yes. Every lot of Ytterbium powder, 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 powder, 99.9% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ytterbium powder, 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.