Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Lanthanum boride (CAS: 12008-21-8)?
Answer
Lanthanum boride is widely used in high-temperature applications due to its excellent thermal stability and high melting point. It is employed in cutting tools, thermal barriers, and refractory materials. Additionally, it is used in high-temperature superconductors and as a sputtering target in electronics.
About
CAS No
12008-21-8
English Name
Lanthanum boride (LaB6), (OC-6-11)-
Molecular Formula
B6La-2
Molecular Weight
203.8 g/mol
SMILES
B12B3[B-]14B5[B-]23B45.[La]
InChIKey
IBDHMAYMLSYGAK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-15 19:28
