GeI

ceramic
· JVASP-120254· GeI

GeI (germanium iodide) is an inorganic ceramic compound combining germanium and iodine, belonging to the halide ceramic family. It has been investigated primarily in materials research for potential applications in radiation detection, photonics, and solid-state devices, though commercial deployment remains limited compared to more established semiconductor ceramics. GeI represents an emerging material class with potential utility in specialized optoelectronic and sensing applications where its unique electronic and optical properties could offer advantages over conventional alternatives.

radiation detection sensorsscintillator materialsoptoelectronic researchX-ray/gamma-ray detectorsphotonic devices (experimental)

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Bulk Modulus(K)
22.96
GPa
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
0.3000
-
Shear Modulus(G)
12.87
GPa
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
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Density(ρ)
5.249
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)
0.4858
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
0.1991
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.