Description

Rhenium Heptasulfide CAS NO 12038-67-4 is an inorganic compound of rhenium and sulfur, known for its unique chemical structure and properties. This material is of significant interest in advanced material science and catalysis research due to rhenium's high melting point and catalytic activity. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel catalysts, semiconductor precursors, and specialized lubricant additives.

Application

• Catalysis Research: Investigated as a precursor or active component in hydrodesulfurization (HDS) and other heterogeneous catalytic processes.
• Advanced Materials Synthesis: Serves as a source material for the deposition of rhenium disulfide (ReS₂) and other 2D transition metal dichalcogenides for electronic and optoelectronic applications.
• Solid Lubricant Development: Explored as an additive in high-temperature solid lubricants and coatings, leveraging the lubricious properties of metal sulfides.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used as a precursor in CVD processes for applying thin films of rhenium-containing materials.
• Inorganic Synthesis: Acts as a starting reagent for the preparation of other rhenium-sulfur complexes and compounds.
• Spectroscopy Standards: May be used as a standard or reference material in analytical and spectroscopic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhenium Heptasulfide
CAS No.	12038-67-4
Molecular Formula	Re₂S₇
Molecular Weight	596.86 g/mol
Synonyms	Dirhenium Heptasulfide; Rhenium(VII) Sulfide; Rhenium Sulfide (Re₂S₇); Rhenium Heptasulphide; Rhenium Disulfide Heptasulfide; Re₂S₇
EINECS	234-883-1

Quality Control

Our Rhenium Heptasulfide is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for research and development purposes. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity and composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and relevant analytical data is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen for long-term storage to prevent oxidation and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black powder or crystals
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Re₂S₇)	≥ 95.0%
Trace Metal Analysis	By ICP-MS

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