CaAlH

metal
· JVASP-118357· CaAlH

CaAlH is a calcium aluminium hydride compound belonging to the metal hydride family, which represents an emerging class of lightweight materials under investigation for hydrogen storage and advanced energy applications. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established in widespread industrial use; it is studied in the context of solid-state hydrogen storage systems and potential use in next-generation energy systems where reversible hydrogen absorption and release are critical. The compound's notably low density and hydride chemistry make it a candidate for applications demanding compact energy storage, though its practical deployment remains largely in the development and materials characterization phase.

hydrogen storage systemsenergy storage researchlightweight structural materialsmetal hydride applicationsemerging clean energy technologiesmaterials research and development

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
Units:
siimperial
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Bulk Modulus(K)
19.11
GPa—
Shear Modulus(G)
-1.370
GPa—
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Density(ρ)
1.530
kg/m³—
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.000
eV—
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB—
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.8742
eV/atom—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
0.3288
eV/atom—
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

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.