Ho5Ge3C

ceramic
· JVASP-137583· Ho5Ge3C

Ho5Ge3C is a rare-earth carbogermanide ceramic compound combining holmium, germanium, and carbon in a layered crystal structure. This material is primarily of research interest rather than established industrial use, belonging to the family of rare-earth intermetallic carbides that are investigated for potential high-temperature structural applications, wear resistance, and specialized electronic or thermal properties. Engineers would consider this compound for advanced ceramic applications where rare-earth strengthening and carbide hardness are beneficial, though availability and processing methods remain limited compared to conventional ceramics.

experimental high-temperature ceramicswear-resistant coatingsrare-earth composites researchadvanced refractory materialsmaterials characterization studies

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Density(ρ)
kg/m³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
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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.