Yttrium Nitrate Hexahydrate (Y(NO3)3·6H2O)
Yttrium nitrate hexahydrate is an inorganic salt of the rare-earth metal yttrium, commonly used as a precursor in ceramics, superconductors, and phosphors for lighting. Classified under HTS 2846.90.80 as an other compound of yttrium not elsewhere specified. It appears as white crystals soluble in water.
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If classified primarily by nitrate ion rather than rare-earth metal
Nitrates of metals can fall under 2834, but rare-earth specificity keeps it in 2846.
If for industrial grade with additives for specific end-use
Non-chemically defined preparations shift to Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide lab analysis confirming yttrium content and nitrate form to avoid reclassification as a mixture
• Comply with nitrate regulations; declare as oxidizer if applicable for transport
• Use correct UN number (e.g
• 2866) for hazardous shipping documentation
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