Holmium(III) oxide
ALDRICH/229679 - powder, 99.999% trace metals basis
Synonym: Diholmium trioxide; Holmia; Holmium oxide; Holmium sesquioxide; Holmium trioxide; Holmium(3+) oxide; Rare earth
CAS Number: 12055-62-8
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): Ho2O3
Molecular Weight: 377.86
EC Number: 235-015-3
MDL Number: MFCD00011053
Linear Formula: Ho2O3
Product Type: Chemical
| assay | 99.999% trace metals basis |
| form | powder |
| InChI | 1S/2Ho.3O |
| InChI key | JYTUFVYWTIKZGR-UHFFFAOYSA |
| mp | 2330 °C (lit.) |
| Quality Level | 100 ![]() |
| reaction suitability | reagent type: catalyst core: holmium |
| SMILES string | O=[Ho]O[Ho]=O |
| General description: | Holmium(III) oxide (Ho₂O₃) is a rare earth metal oxide known for its unique optical and electrical properties. It exhibits significant utility as a contrast agent in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), in wavelength-calibration instruments, and as a catalyst in pyrolysis processes. Additionally, Ho₂O₃ is utilized in producing specialty glasses and ceramics, where it imparts distinctive colors and enhances the material′s properties. Its high melting point and chemical stability make it suitable for demanding environments in both industrial and medical sectors. |
| Packaging: | 1 g in glass bottle |
| Packaging: | 10 g in poly bottle |
| RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
| WGK Germany | WGK 3 |
| Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
| Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
| Purity | 99.999% trace metals basis |
| mp | 2330 °C (lit.) |
| UNSPSC | 12352303 |

