Description

Iron Phosphide is an inorganic compound with significant utility in advanced material science and industrial processes. Its primary value lies in its role as a precursor for synthesizing specialized phosphides and as a functional material in semiconductor and metallurgical applications. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, ceramics, and specialty alloy sectors seeking reliable, high-purity inorganic reagents.

Application

• Semiconductor Precursor: Used in the synthesis of thin films and nanomaterials for electronic and optoelectronic devices.
• Metallurgical Additive: Acts as a grain refiner and strengthening agent in the production of specialty ferrous alloys.
• Ceramics & Glass Manufacturing: Serves as a dopant or colorant to modify the electrical and optical properties of ceramic matrices.
• Chemical Synthesis: A key starting material for producing other metal phosphides through solid-state or vapor-phase reactions.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated as a catalyst or catalyst support in hydrogenation and dehydrogenation reactions.
• Battery Technology: Explored as a potential anode material in next-generation lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries due to its high theoretical capacity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron Phosphide
CAS No.	12023-53-9
Molecular Formula	FeP
Molecular Weight	86.82 g/mol
Synonyms	Iron monophosphide; Ferric phosphide; Phosphanylidyneiron; Iron(III) phosphide; FeP; Phosphoranylideneiron; Iron-phosphorus alloy
EINECS	234-689-1

Quality Control

Our Iron Phosphide is manufactured under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including assay by titration, identification by X-ray diffraction (XRD), and impurity profiling via ICP-OES. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its nature of being easily oxidized, this material should be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to standard
Assay (FeP)	≥ 99.0%
Iron (Fe) Content	63.0 - 65.0 %
Phosphorus (P) Content	35.0 - 37.0 %
Particle Size (D50)	< 45 µm (or as per customer request)
Trace Metals (ICP-OES)	Contact for details

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