Lanthanum(III) acetate hydrate

Lanthanum(III)acetate hydrate is a hydrated salt of lanthanum. It appears as a white oroff-white crystalline solid. It serves as a precursor for synthesizing variouslanthanum-based materials and plays an important role in the advancement ofnanomaterials, photovoltaics, photocatalysis, and semiconductor technologies.

Lanthanum (III) acetate hydrate can beused as:

• An additive to improve the corrosion resistance of carbon steel via sol gelprocess. its presence helps in forming a protective layer that mitigates corrosion processes, particularly in harsh environments. It is an alternativefor Cr (VI) due to its excellent self-healing properties.
• A precursor in the synthesis of photoluminescentLaCO₃OH superstructures via solvent/catalyst-free one-step synthesis. LaCO₃OHsuperstructures further find application in light-emitting devices.
• A precursor in the sol-gel synthesis of magnesium and lanthanum-doped titaniumdioxide (Mg-La/TiO_₂) photoelectrodes, which significantly enhances thephotocatalytic performance of TiO₂ for use in dye-sensitized solar cells(DSSCs).

Lanthanum acetate exhibits:

• High purity: Enhances performance and reproducibility in applications, reduces contamination risks, and leads to higher-quality end products.
• Thermal Stability: Its ability to withstand elevated temperatures makes it suitable for use in high-temperature processes, contributing to the longevity and durability of the final product and enhancing overall performance and reliability.