Description

Cadmium Mercury Sulfide is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula CdHgS. This specialized material is valued for its unique optical and electronic properties, making it a critical component in advanced material science and research applications. It is primarily utilized in the development of semiconductor materials, specialized pigments, and as a precursor in chemical synthesis for niche industrial processes. Professionals in research & development, advanced electronics, and specialty chemical manufacturing require this high-purity compound for its precise performance characteristics.

Application

• Semiconductor Research & Development: Used as a precursor or dopant material in the fabrication of specialized II-VI semiconductor compounds.
• Specialty Pigments & Dyes: Serves as a base for creating unique, stable colorants with specific spectral properties for high-value applications.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate or catalyst in the synthesis of other complex metal-organic or inorganic compounds.
• Photovoltaic Research: Investigated for potential use in thin-film solar cell technologies due to its optoelectronic characteristics.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard or reagent in research laboratories for material characterization.
• Infrared (IR) Optics: Potential application in the development of materials for IR-transmissive windows or lenses.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cadmium Mercury Sulfide
CAS No.	1345-09-1
Molecular Formula	CdHgS
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Mercury cadmium sulfide; Cadmium mercury(II) sulfide; Thiomercurate(2-) cadmium (1:1); Cadmium mercury sulphide; CdHgS compound; Mercury-cadmium chalcogenide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cadmium Mercury Sulfide is manufactured under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD), inductively coupled plasma (ICP) analysis, and spectroscopic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, heavy metal content, and other critical parameters is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange-red to dark red powder or crystals
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to standard pattern
Assay (CdHgS)	≥ 99.0%
Purity (ICP)	Contact for details
Particle Size	Customizable (e.g., -100 mesh, -325 mesh)
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	< 50 ppm
Loss on Drying	< 0.5%

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