Description

Gold Telluride (AuTe₂) is a critical inorganic compound with significant importance in advanced materials and electronics research. Its unique semiconducting and thermoelectric properties make it a valuable material for specialized applications. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the semiconductor, photovoltaic, and materials science industries seeking to develop next-generation technologies.

Application

• Semiconductor Research & Development: Used as a precursor or dopant material in the study of novel semiconductor compounds and thin-film devices.
• Thermoelectric Materials: Investigated for its potential in thermoelectric generators and cooling systems due to its specific electronic structure.
• Catalysis Studies: Employed in research for catalytic processes, particularly in reactions where gold-based catalysts are of interest.
• Photovoltaic Research: Explored as a component in experimental solar cell materials and photodetectors.
• Materials Science: Serves as a key ingredient in synthesizing complex telluride-based alloys and intermetallic compounds.
• Analytical Standards: Used in laboratories as a standard or reference material for analytical chemistry and spectrometry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gold Telluride
CAS No.	12006-67-6
Molecular Formula	AuTe₂
Molecular Weight	452.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Gold Ditelluride; Auric Telluride; Tellurium Gold Alloy; Gold(III) Telluride; AuTe₂; Gold monotelluride (AuTe) may also be referenced under this CAS; Calaverite (mineral form)
EINECS	234-502-8

Quality Control

Our Gold Telluride is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including assay and impurity profiling via techniques like X-ray diffraction (XRD) and inductively coupled plasma (ICP) spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents. Due to the nature of telluride compounds, prolonged exposure to air and moisture should be minimized.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark gray to black crystalline powder or solid
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to structure
Assay (AuTe₂)	≥ 99.9% (metals basis)
Particle Size	Customizable (e.g., -100 mesh, -325 mesh)
Trace Metals (ICP)	≤ 100 ppm total

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