Neodymium neodecanoate

Neodymium neodecanoate (CAS 106726-11-8) is an organoneodymium carboxylate salt used as a catalyst component and polymerization initiator in industrial chemical processes. It delivers controlled rare-earth metal activity in a soluble, hydrocarbon-compatible form.

This chemical suits both polymer synthesis and specialty lubricant applications. Its primary commercial use is as a precursor in Ziegler-Natta and rare-earth catalyst systems for the production of high-cis polybutadiene.

These stereoregular elastomers are essential in tire manufacturing and rubber compounding. In coordination polymerization, it enables precise control over polymer microstructure, which directly affects mechanical performance.

Lubricant additive formulators incorporate it into metal-working fluids and specialty grease formulations. Organometallic neodymium compounds contribute to extreme-pressure and friction-modifying performance in these settings.

It also serves as a catalyst precursor in the synthesis of other neodymium-based organometallic complexes. These are used for research-scale and specialty chemical production across various industrial sectors.

Neodymium neodecanoate is typically supplied as a viscous liquid solution in hydrocarbon solvents. The neodymium content is specified by weight percentage to ensure accurate dosing in industrial reactions.

Technical grade is the standard commercial offering, with concentration and purity confirmed by ICP metal analysis. Packaging ranges from laboratory quantities to bulk drums depending on the application volume.