HgTe2

ceramic

· JVASP-128419· HgTe2

Mercury telluride (HgTe₂) is a narrow-bandgap semiconductor ceramic compound that exhibits unusual electronic properties, particularly at cryogenic temperatures and under high magnetic fields. This material is primarily investigated in research contexts for infrared detection, quantum transport studies, and topological electronic devices rather than established commercial applications. HgTe₂ is notable within the mercury chalcogenide family for its potential in high-sensitivity infrared sensors and as a platform for studying exotic quantum states, though processing challenges and toxicity concerns limit widespread engineering adoption compared to conventional semiconductors.

infrared detection and sensingquantum transport researchtopological materialscryogenic electronicsexperimental semiconductors

Compliance & Regulations

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

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Density(ρ)	8.408	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)	0.1279	eV/atom	—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	0.1279	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.

HgTe2

Physical Properties

Electrical Properties

Other Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental