Hg3Sb

ceramic
· Hg3Sb

Hg₃Sb is an intermetallic compound composed of mercury and antimony, classified as a ceramic material in the mercury-based intermetallic family. This compound is primarily of research and specialized industrial interest rather than a commodity material, with applications in thermoelectric devices, semiconductor research, and specialty electronic components where its unique electronic and thermal properties can be exploited. Its relatively high density and mercury content make it notable for niche applications requiring specific electrical conductivity or thermal transport characteristics, though handling and environmental considerations associated with mercury limit its widespread adoption compared to lead-free or mercury-free alternatives.

thermoelectric devicessemiconductor researchspecialty electronic componentsmercury intermetallic compoundsresearch materials

Compliance & Regulations

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Density(ρ)
kg/m³
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Band Gap(Eg)2 entries
eV
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
Seebeck Coefficient(S)
µV/K
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
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.