ICl3

ceramic
· ICl3

Iodine trichloride (ICl₃) is an interhalogen compound classified as a ceramic material, consisting of iodine bonded to three chlorine atoms. While not a traditional engineering ceramic, ICl₃ is primarily encountered in laboratory and specialized industrial synthesis contexts—particularly as a strong oxidizing and chlorinating agent in organic chemistry, materials processing, and halide research. Engineers and chemists select this material for applications requiring controlled halogenation reactions or as a precursor in producing advanced halide compounds, though its corrosive nature and relatively limited availability restrict its use to niche roles where conventional chlorine sources or other oxidants are insufficient.

halogenation reactionslaboratory synthesisoxidizing agentspecialty chemical processinghalide precursor materials

Compliance & Regulations

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Bulk Modulus(K)
ksi
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
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Shear Modulus(G)
ksi
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Density(ρ)
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Dielectric Constant (Relative Permittivity)(εr)
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Electronic Dielectric Tensor(ε∞)
Matrix (redacted)
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Total Dielectric Tensor(ε)
Matrix (redacted)
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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.
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