Cerium Oxide Nanopowder/Nanopowder (CeO2, 20-30nm, Purity 99.9%)
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Cerium Oxide Nanopowder (CeO₂, 20–30 nm, Purity 99.9%)
Description:
Cerium Oxide Nanopowder (CeO₂), also known as Nanoceria, is a rare-earth metal oxide with outstanding redox, catalytic, and UV absorption properties. At the nanoscale, it exhibits remarkable oxygen storage capacity and reversible Ce⁴⁺/Ce³⁺ conversion, making it highly useful in catalysis, fuel cells, polishing, UV filters, and biomedical applications.
Technical Specifications:
Property | Specification |
|---|---|
Chemical Formula | CeO₂ |
Appearance | Pale yellow to white nanopowder |
Particle Size | 20–30 nm (average) |
Purity | 99.9% (metal basis) |
Crystal Structure | Cubic (Fluorite type) |
Specific Surface Area (SSA) | 40–80 m²/g |
Density | 7.13 g/cm³ |
Melting Point | ~2,400 °C |
Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in acids |
CAS Number | 1306-38-3 |
Key Features:
Excellent oxygen storage and release capability
High thermal and chemical stability
Effective UV radiation absorber
Strong catalytic and redox properties
Used in fuel cells, automotive catalysts, and ceramic coatings
Applications:
Catalysis: Automotive three-way catalysts, oxidation of CO, soot removal
Fuel Cells: Solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) electrolyte material
Polishing: CMP (Chemical Mechanical Planarization) for glass and semiconductors
Coatings: UV protective and anti-corrosive coatings
Biomedical: Antioxidant and free-radical scavenging studies