Description

Sodium Selenide is an inorganic chemical compound with significant industrial and research utility. Its primary value lies in its role as a versatile source of selenide ions, which are essential for synthesizing various selenium-containing compounds and materials. This product is particularly important for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and electronics sectors seeking a reliable precursor for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of organoselenium compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with therapeutic applications.
• Chemical Synthesis: Used as a reducing agent and a source of selenium in the production of other inorganic selenides and specialty chemicals.
• Electronics & Semiconductors: Employed in the fabrication of thin-film solar cells (e.g., CIGS - Copper Indium Gallium Selenide) and other semiconductor materials.
• Glass Manufacturing: Acts as a decolorizing agent to neutralize the green tint caused by iron impurities, producing clear glass.
• Photoconductor Production: Used in the manufacturing of specific photoconductive materials for photocopiers and laser printers.
• Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for catalysts used in various organic transformations and hydrogenation reactions.
• Laboratory Research: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial research for exploring new selenium chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium Selenide
CAS No.	1313-85-5
Molecular Formula	Na2Se
Molecular Weight	124.94 g/mol
Synonyms	Disodium selenide; Selenosodium; Sodium selenium(-II) salt; Sodium selenide (Na2Se); Selenide, disodium; EINECS 215-212-0
EINECS	215-212-0

Quality Control

Our Sodium Selenide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic and strictly light-sensitive nature, this material must be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, ideally under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen to prevent oxidation and moisture absorption. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Reddish-brown to gray powder or lumps
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Na2Se)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Selenium (Se) Content	≥ 60.0%
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%

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