La2HfS5 is a rare-earth hafnium sulfide compound belonging to the family of mixed-metal chalcogenides, combining lanthanum and hafnium in a sulfide matrix. This is a research-phase semiconductor material being investigated for optoelectronic and photocatalytic applications, particularly in UV–visible light absorption and solid-state device structures where the combination of rare-earth and refractory metal elements offers potential advantages in thermal stability and bandgap engineering compared to simple binary sulfides.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.7000 | eV | — |