Cr4 Co2 S8
semiconductor· Cr4 Co2 S8
Cr₄Co₂S₈ is a ternary sulfide semiconductor compound combining chromium, cobalt, and sulfur elements. This material represents an emerging class of mixed-metal chalcogenides under active research for optoelectronic and thermoelectric applications, with potential advantages in band-gap engineering and catalytic properties compared to binary sulfides. Its mixed-metal composition offers tunable electronic properties useful in photovoltaics, photoelectrocatalysis, and solid-state energy conversion devices where layered or heterostructured sulfides show promise.
Photovoltaic absorbersPhotocatalytic water splittingThermoelectric energy conversionThin-film optoelectronicsResearch-phase semiconductorsMetal sulfide heterostructures
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | ksi | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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.