Description

Tin Phosphide (CAS NO 66579-64-4) is an inorganic semiconductor compound of tin and phosphorus. This material is valued for its specific electronic and catalytic properties, making it a subject of interest in advanced material science and industrial chemistry. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, energy storage, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Research and development of novel semiconductor materials and thin-film devices.
• Potential component in anode materials for next-generation lithium-ion or sodium-ion batteries.
• Precursor or catalyst in specialized chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and phosphidation processes.
• Use in experimental photocatalytic and electrocatalytic applications for energy conversion.
• Starting material for the synthesis of other tin-phosphorus based compounds and alloys.
• Additive in specialized metallurgical processes to modify alloy properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tin Phosphide
CAS No.	66579-64-4
Molecular Formula	P3Sn4 / Sn4P3
Molecular Weight	666.08 g/mol (for Sn4P3)
Synonyms	Stannic Phosphide; Tin(IV) Phosphide; Tetratin Triphosphide; Phosphinidyne Tin; Tin Tetra Phosphide Tri; Sn4P3; Tin Tetraphosphide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tin Phosphide is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and elemental analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, particle size, and other relevant parameters is provided with each shipment to support your R&D and quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and easily oxidized nature, this material should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a cool, dry place. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Handle and open containers in a controlled, dry environment to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (XRD)	Consistent with Tin(IV) Phosphide phase
Assay (Tin Content)	≥ 95%
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details
Moisture Content	< 1.0%
Trace Metals (ICP)	Contact for details

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