Niobium (V) Chloride Powder

CAS Number:	10026-12-7
Linear Formula:	NbCl5
Purity:	99.9%
Appearance:	Yellow Powder or Crystals

 

Product Description

Niobium (V) Chloride (NbCl₅) Powder is a chemical compound of niobium in its highest oxidation state (+5), produced by the chlorination of niobium metal or niobium oxide. This compound is widely used in the chemical industry as a precursor for the synthesis of niobium-based materials and alloys, as well as in various high-tech applications such as the manufacturing of catalysts and in the aerospace industry. NbCl₅ powder is highly reactive, and its production requires careful handling to ensure the highest quality and purity.

Niobium (V) Chloride is primarily used in the preparation of niobium metal and niobium alloys, which are essential for applications that require superior strength, corrosion resistance, and heat tolerance. It is also an important intermediate in the production of high-performance materials for industries such as electronics, energy, and materials science.

 

Features and Properties

High Purity: Available in high-purity grades for specialized applications.

Reactiveness: Acts as a powerful precursor in chemical synthesis.

Stable at High Temperatures: Suitable for use in high-temperature processes.

White Powder: Easily identifiable by its white color.

Highly Soluble in Chlorinated Solvents: Making it suitable for chemical processes.

 

Product Specifications

Purity: ≥99%

Appearance: White powder

Molecular Weight: 266.8 g/mol

Density: 3.48 g/cm³

Melting Point: 250°C

Boiling Point: Sublimes at ~400°C

 

Product Forms

Powder: Available in various grades, typically used in chemical processes and as a precursor for alloy production.

Custom Packaging: Can be customized to meet the customer's needs in terms of quantities and packaging.

 

Production Method and Production Equipments

The production of Niobium (V) Chloride Powder follows a chlorination process:

Chlorination: Niobium metal or oxide is treated with chlorine gas at high temperatures (around 1000°C) to form NbCl₅.

Purification: The product is purified through sublimation to remove impurities and ensure high quality.

Powder Formation: The resulting niobium chloride is processed into fine powder form.

The production process requires specialized equipment, including:

High-temperature furnaces (for chlorination reactions).

Sublimation chambers (for purifying NbCl₅).

Powder mills (for grinding and sizing the powder to desired specifications).

 

Applications and Related Industries

Niobium (V) Chloride Powder is used in a wide range of applications across multiple industries:

Chemical Manufacturing: As a precursor in the production of niobium metal and niobium alloys.

Aerospace: In the production of advanced materials used in high-temperature, high-strength applications.

Electronics: In the production of components requiring high thermal stability and electrical conductivity.

Catalysis: Used in the production of catalysts for chemical reactions, particularly in petrochemical refining.

Superconductors: A key material in the production of niobium-based superconducting materials.

 

Interesting Facts

Niobium (V) Chloride is an intermediate compound in the production of high-performance niobium alloys, which are used in critical applications such as jet engines and rocket propulsion systems.

The compound has a strong affinity for oxygen and can readily form other niobium-based compounds, making it a useful precursor in materials chemistry.

Niobium alloys derived from NbCl₅ are among the most corrosion-resistant materials known, with applications in extreme environments such as space exploration.

 

Synonyms

Niobium Pentachloride

Niobium (V) Chloride

NbCl₅

 

Health & Safety Information

Hazard Classification: Niobium (V) Chloride is corrosive and should be handled with care.

Handling: Use in a well-ventilated area and avoid inhaling the dust.

Safety Gear: Wear gloves, goggles, and a respirator when handling NbCl₅ powder.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and reactive substances, in tightly sealed containers.

Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with local regulations regarding chemical waste.

 

Chemical Identifiers

Linear Formula	NbCl5
MDL Number	MFCD00011127
EC No.	233-059-8
Beilstein/Reaxys No.	N/A
Pubchem CID	24818
IUPAC Name	pentachloroniobium
SMILES	Cl[Nb](Cl)(Cl)(Cl)Cl
InchI Identifier	InChI=1S/5ClH.Nb/h5*1H;/q;+5/p-5
InchI Key	YHBDIEWMOMLKOO-UHFFFAOYSA-I

Niobium(V) Chloride Properties (Theoretical)

Compound Formula	Cl5Nb
Molecular Weight	270.17
Appearance	Yellow Powder or Crystals
Melting Point	204.7° C (400.5° F)
Boiling Point	248.2° C (478.8° F)
Density	2.75 g/cm3
Solubility in H2O	N/A
Exact Mass	269.747691
Monoisotopic Mass	267.750641

Niobium(V) Chloride Health & Safety Information

Signal Word	Danger
Hazard Statements	H302 + H312 + H332-H314
Hazard Codes	C
Precautionary Statements	P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310
Flash Point	Not applicable
Risk Codes	20/21/22-34
Safety Statements	26-27-28-36/37/39
RTECS Number	QU0350000
Transport Information	UN 3260 8 / PGII
WGK Germany	3
GHS Pictograms	GHS05 Corrosive GHS07 Exclamation Point

 

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