Description

Holmium Sulfide is an inorganic compound of the rare earth element holmium, known for its distinct chemical and physical properties. This material is significant for its role in advanced material science and specialized chemical synthesis, where its semiconductor and magnetic characteristics are of particular interest. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in sectors such as electronics, catalysis, and the development of novel phosphors and optical materials.

Application

• Research & Development: A key precursor in academic and industrial labs for synthesizing novel holmium-containing compounds and nanomaterials.
• Semiconductor Industry: Investigated for use in thin-film semiconductors and specialized electronic components due to its specific electronic properties.
• Catalysis: Employed as a catalyst or catalyst component in certain organic synthesis and petrochemical processes.
• Phosphor Manufacturing: Used in the development of specialized phosphors for lighting, displays, and radiation detection.
• Magnetic Materials: Serves as a starting material in the production of advanced magnetic alloys and compounds.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Acts as a source material for depositing holmium sulfide thin films in surface coating applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Holmium Sulfide
CAS No.	12162-59-3
Molecular Formula	Ho2S3
Molecular Weight	426.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Diholmium trisulfide; Holmium(III) sulfide; Holmium sesquisulfide; Holmium sulfide (Ho2S3); Holmium sulphide; Rare earth sulfide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Holmium Sulfide 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. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every 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 at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent oxidation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Ho2S3 basis)	≥ 99.9% (99.99% available)
Purity (REO)	≥ 99.9%
Impurities (ICP-MS)	Contact for details
Particle Size	Customizable (-100 mesh, -325 mesh, etc.)

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