| Name | Indium nitrate hydrate |
| Synonyms | INDIUM NITRATE INDIUM (III) NITRATE Indium nitrate hydrate IndiuM nitrate hexahydrate |
| CAS | 207398-97-8 |
| EINECS | 629-576-7 |
| Molecular Formula | InN3O9 |
| Molar Mass | 300.83 |
| Melting Point | 100°C -H₂O |
| Water Solubility | Soluble in water, methanol and ethanol. |
| Appearance | Lump/Powder |
| Color | White to off-white |
| Sensitive | Hygroscopic |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Properties Indium nitrate is a colorless flake crystal. Soluble in cold water, soluble in alcohol. It reacts with alkali metal salts to form complexes. Soluble in cold water, soluble in alcohol. |
| Use | Uses for electroplating indium. Used as an oxidant. |
| Risk Codes | R8 - Contact with combustible material may cause fire R20/21/22 - Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
| Safety Description | S17 - Keep away from combustible material. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S27 - Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. |
| UN IDs | UN 1477 5.1/PG 3 |
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| RTECS | NL1750000 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| HS Code | 28342990 |
| Hazard Class | 5.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
Properties:
Indium nitrate is an inorganic compound with strong oxidizing properties. It is a white crystalline solid that is hygroscopic and soluble in water, forming an acidic solution. Indium nitrate exhibits the properties of indium ions in chemical reactions, forming coordination compounds and reacting with organic compounds.
Uses:
Indium nitrate is primarily used as a catalyst and raw material for materials preparation. It is widely used in the semiconductor industry for the preparation of indium compounds and semiconductor materials. Additionally, it can be utilized in glass staining, dye preparation, catalysis, and chemical analysis.
Preparation:
Indium nitrate can be prepared by reacting indium metal with concentrated nitric acid. Indium metal is added to concentrated nitric acid to form an indium nitrate solution, which is then evaporated to remove the solvent and obtain solid indium nitrate. Alternatively, indium nitrate can also be obtained by reacting indium hydroxide with concentrated nitric acid.
Safety:
Indium nitrate is a corrosive compound and should be handled with care to avoid direct skin and eye contact. Personal protective equipment such as gloves and goggles should be worn when working with indium nitrate. Inhalation of indium nitrate dust should be avoided, and precautions should be taken to prevent its reaction with organic substances. When storing indium nitrate, it should be kept away from oxidizing agents to prevent accidents.
application
Indium nitrate is an inorganic metal salt compound that can be used as an oxidant.
Preparation
Indium nitrate is made by the action of metal indium and nitric acid.