Hg8 I16

semiconductor

· Hg8 I16

Hg₈I₁₆ is a mercury iodide semiconductor compound belonging to the halide perovskite family, notable for its potential in radiation detection and photonic applications. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established in high-volume industrial production; it represents an experimental compound within the broader class of metal halide semiconductors being investigated for X-ray and gamma-ray detection, optoelectronic devices, and quantum sensing applications. Engineers considering this material should recognize it as an emerging compound with significant development potential but limited commercial track record compared to mature alternatives like cadmium telluride or silicon-based detectors.

radiation detection (research)high-energy photon sensingperovskite semiconductorsexperimental optoelectronicsmedical imaging components (developmental)quantum sensing applications

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	1.107	eV	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-0.2330	eV/atom	—

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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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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.

Hg8 I16

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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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