Description

Silversulphide CAS NO 12249-63-7 is a high-purity inorganic compound primarily composed of silver and sulfur. This material is valued for its unique electrical and optical properties, making it a critical component in advanced material science and electronics. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in sectors such as semiconductor fabrication, photovoltaics, and specialized catalyst development.

Application

• Semiconductor & Electronics: Used in the fabrication of specialized thin films, conductive inks, and as a precursor for silver-based nanomaterials.
• Photovoltaic Cells: Serves as a component in certain types of solar cell research and development for improved light absorption and charge transport.
• Catalysis: Employed as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in selective organic synthesis and oxidation reactions.
• Photographic & Imaging: Historically significant and still used in specialized photographic processes and photochromic materials.
• Research & Development: A key raw material for academic and industrial research in solid-state chemistry, material science, and nanotechnology.
• Antimicrobial Coatings: Investigated for use in creating surfaces with long-lasting antimicrobial properties due to the controlled release of silver ions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Silversulphide
CAS No.	12249-63-7
Molecular Formula	Ag2S
Molecular Weight	247.80 g/mol
Synonyms	Silver(I) sulfide; Disilver sulfide; Silver sulfide (Ag2S); Argentous sulfide; Silver glance (mineralogical); Acanthite (mineral form); Heazlewoodite (Ni-bearing variant); EINECS 235-438-0
EINECS	235-438-0

Quality Control

Our Silversulphide is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that document key parameters such as assay, particle size distribution (where applicable), and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures reliability for your critical industrial and research applications.

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). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be kept separate from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Grayish-black to black powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Ag2S)	≥ 99.9%
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable (e.g., 1-10 µm)
Trace Metals (ICP-MS)	≤ 100 ppm total

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