BiS

ceramic
· JVASP-79543· BiS

BiS is a bismuth sulfide ceramic compound belonging to the chalcogenide ceramic family. It is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest, valued for its semiconductor properties and potential applications in thermoelectric devices, photovoltaic materials, and infrared optics where its optical and electronic characteristics are leveraged. BiS and related bismuth chalcogenides are investigated as alternatives to toxic lead-based compounds in emerging energy conversion and detection technologies.

thermoelectric devicessemiconductor researchinfrared optics and detectorsphotovoltaic materialslead-free alternative compoundsmaterials research and development

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Density(ρ)
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.
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