CdC2

ceramic
· JVASP-138511· CdC2

CdC₂ is a cadmium carbide ceramic compound belonging to the family of metal carbides, which are characterized by strong covalent bonding between metal and carbon atoms. This material is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest rather than widespread commercial use, as cadmium compounds are heavily restricted in many jurisdictions due to toxicity concerns; however, cadmium carbides have been investigated for applications requiring high hardness and thermal stability in non-toxic-exposure environments. The material's stiffness and density make it relevant to cutting tool research, wear-resistant coatings, and high-temperature structural applications where cadmium's toxicity can be managed or where alternative carbides are unsuitable.

cutting tool inserts (research applications)wear-resistant coatingshigh-temperature ceramicsrefractory materialsindustrial abrasives (limited due to cadmium restrictions)materials science research

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
Units:
siimperial
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Bulk Modulus(K)
10,516.7
ksi—
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
0.3500
-—
Shear Modulus(G)
3,612.9
ksi—
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Density(ρ)
0.1653
lb/in³—
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Band Gap(Eg)
3.814
eV—
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB—
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.9314
eV/atom—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
0.9260
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.