HfP3

ceramic
· JVASP-123578· HfP3

HfP3 is a hafnium phosphide ceramic compound belonging to the refractory phosphide family, characterized by high hardness and thermal stability. This material is primarily of research and development interest for extreme-environment applications where conventional ceramics face limitations, including high-temperature structural components, wear-resistant coatings, and potential semiconductor or thermoelectric device applications. Hafnium phosphides are notably investigated as alternatives to conventional refractories in nuclear, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing contexts due to their chemical inertness and elevated melting characteristics.

refractory coatingshigh-temperature structural materialswear-resistant surfacesnuclear fuel cladding researchaerospace thermal barrierssemiconductor precursors

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Density(ρ)
0.2443
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.000
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.1113
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
-0.6075
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.