Description

Iron(II) Sulfide (Hexagonal) CAS NO 1317-37-9 is a high-purity, crystalline inorganic compound with the distinctive hexagonal crystal structure of troilite. This material is valued for its consistent stoichiometry and predictable chemical behavior in demanding industrial and research applications. It serves as a critical precursor and functional material for manufacturers and R&D facilities in sectors including metallurgy, battery technology, and chemical synthesis.

Application

• Steel and Alloy Production: Used as a controlled sulfur source in the manufacture of free-machining steels and specific ferrous alloys.
• Solid-State and Lithium-Sulfur Battery Research: Investigated as a cathode or anode component material due to its electrochemical properties.
• Chemical Synthesis & Catalysis: Acts as a precursor for generating hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) in situ and serves as a catalyst or catalyst support in certain organic reactions.
• Pigments and Ceramics: Employed in the production of specialized pigments and as a component in certain electronic ceramics.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used as a high-purity standard and reagent in analytical chemistry and materials science research.
• Lubricant Additives: Functions as a solid lubricant or an additive in high-temperature lubricating formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron(II) Sulfide (Hexagonal)
CAS No.	1317-37-9
Molecular Formula	FeS
Molecular Weight	87.91 g/mol
Synonyms	Ferrous Sulfide; Iron Monosulfide; Troilite; Iron Sulfide (FeS); Black Iron Sulfide; Synthetic Iron(II) Sulfide; Mackinawite (related phase); FeS
EINECS	215-268-6

Quality Control

Our Iron(II) Sulfide (Hexagonal) is produced under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and titration for assay determination. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, metallic impurities, and particle size distribution where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. The product is moisture-sensitive; prolonged exposure to humid air should be avoided to prevent oxidation and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Black to grayish-black powder or crystals
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to hexagonal structure (Troilite)
Assay (FeS)	≥ 98.0 %
Iron Content (Fe)	Contact for details
Sulfur Content (S)	Contact for details
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.