Description

Europium Phosphide CAS NO 28866-07-1 is an inorganic compound of the rare earth element europium and phosphorus. This material is of significant commercial and research interest due to its unique semiconductor and luminescent properties. It is primarily utilized in advanced electronics and optoelectronics, where precise material characteristics are critical. Industries involved in semiconductor fabrication, phosphor research, and specialty alloy development are key consumers of this high-purity compound.

Application

• Semiconductor Dopant: Used as a dopant in III-V and other compound semiconductors to modify electrical and optical properties.
• Phosphor Precursor: Serves as a key starting material in the synthesis of red-emitting phosphors for display technologies (e.g., LEDs, plasma displays).
• Thin Film Deposition: Employed as a target or source material in physical vapor deposition (PVD) processes for creating functional thin films.
• Research & Development: Essential for fundamental research in solid-state physics, materials science, and the study of rare earth phosphides.
• Specialty Alloys: Used in the development of specialized alloys and intermetallic compounds for high-performance applications.
• Catalysis: Investigated for use as a catalyst or catalyst support in specific organic synthesis and petrochemical reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Europium Phosphide
CAS No.	28866-07-1
Molecular Formula	EuP
Molecular Weight	182.93 g/mol
Synonyms	Europium(III) Phosphide; Europium Monophosphide; Europium phosphide (EuP); Phosphinidyneeuropium; EINECS 249-281-8
EINECS	249-281-8

Quality Control

Our Europium Phosphide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD), inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM/EDS). A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, particle size, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark gray to black powder or crystalline pieces
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to structure
Assay (EuP)	≥ 99.9% (Metals basis)
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable (e.g., 1-10 µm, 45 µm mesh)
Trace Metals (ICP-MS)	≤ 100 ppm total
Oxygen Content	≤ 0.5%

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