GeS3

ceramic

· JVASP-139031· GeS3

GeS₃ is a chalcogenide glass ceramic composed of germanium and sulfur, belonging to the family of amorphous inorganic materials valued for infrared optical properties. This compound is primarily investigated in research and specialized optical applications, particularly where transparency in the mid-to-long infrared spectrum is required and conventional glasses (silica-based) are inadequate. GeS₃ and related chalcogenide systems are notable for their wide infrared transmission window and potential for nonlinear optical applications, making them candidates for fiber optics, thermal imaging optics, and chemical sensing where traditional ceramics and glasses fall short.

infrared opticschalcogenide fiber opticsthermal imaging windowsoptical sensorsnonlinear optical devicesresearch-stage materials

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Density(ρ)	3.075	kg/m³	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.000	eV	—
Magnetic Moment(μB)	0.000	µB	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)	0.2809	eV/atom	—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	0.00746	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.

GeS3

Physical Properties

Electrical Properties

Other Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental