Description

Gadolinium(III) Sulfide is an inorganic compound of significant interest in advanced material science and electronics. This rare earth chalcogenide is valued for its unique semiconducting and optical properties, which are critical for specialized technological applications. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, photonics, and materials research sectors seeking high-purity precursors.

Application

• As a precursor material for the synthesis of other gadolinium-containing compounds and nanomaterials.
• In the research and development of semiconductor devices and thin-film electronics.
• For the fabrication of specialized optical materials, including infrared windows and phosphors.
• As a dopant or additive in ceramics and glass to modify electrical or optical characteristics.
• In solid-state chemistry research for studying magnetic and catalytic properties of rare earth sulfides.
• Potential use in thermoelectric materials research for energy conversion applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gadolinium(III) Sulfide
CAS No.	12134-77-9
Molecular Formula	Gd2S3
Molecular Weight	410.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Digadolinium Trisulfide; Gadolinium Sesquisulfide; Gadolinium Sulfide (Gd2S3); Gadolinium(3+) Sulfide; Gadolinium Sulphide; EINECS 235-234-5
EINECS	235-234-5

Quality Control

Our Gadolinium(III) Sulfide is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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 hydrolysis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown powder or crystals
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to Gd2S3 structure
Assay (Gd2S3)	≥ 99.9% (Trace Metals Basis)
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details
Trace Rare Earth Impurities	≤ 0.1% (Total)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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