Description

Formamidinium Lead Iodide is a high-purity perovskite precursor compound essential for advanced optoelectronic research and manufacturing. This material is critical for developing next-generation photovoltaic devices due to its superior thermal stability and bandgap properties compared to methylammonium-based alternatives. It is primarily utilized by researchers and production engineers in the solar energy, LED, and photodetector sectors seeking to enhance device efficiency and longevity.

Application

• Primary precursor for formamidinium lead iodide (FAPbI3) perovskite thin films in high-efficiency solar cells.
• Key raw material in the R&D and production of perovskite-based light-emitting diodes (PeLEDs).
• Used in the fabrication of perovskite photodetectors and other optoelectronic sensors.
• Fundamental research compound for studying perovskite crystal structure, stability, and photophysical properties.
• Component in ink formulations for scalable deposition techniques like slot-die coating and inkjet printing.
• Starting material for the synthesis of mixed-cation (e.g., with methylammonium or cesium) and mixed-halide perovskite compositions to tune optoelectronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Formamidinium Lead Iodide
CAS No.	1451592-07-6
Molecular Formula	CH5N2·PbI2 or [CH(NH2)2]PbI3
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	FAPbI3; Formamidinium Lead Triiodide; Lead iodide formamidinium salt; FA Lead Iodide; Formamidinium triiodoplumbate; Perovskite precursor FAPbI3; [CH(NH2)2]PbI3; Guanidinium Lead Iodide (related compound)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Formamidinium Lead Iodide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity, which is paramount for reproducible device performance. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including XRD for phase purity, ICP-MS for metallic impurities, and HPLC/CHN analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot results is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic and light-sensitive nature, this material should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. Minimize exposure to air and moisture during handling to prevent oxidation and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to α-phase FAPbI3 structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.5%
Lead (Pb) Content (ICP-MS)	Within theoretical range
Iodide (I) Content (Titration)	Within theoretical range
Moisture Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Trace Metals (ICP-MS)	Contact for details

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