Sb5O7I
semiconductor· Sb5O7I
Sb5O7I is a mixed-valence antimony oxyiodide semiconductor compound combining antimony oxide with iodine in its crystal structure. This is a research-phase material primarily investigated for photocatalytic and optoelectronic applications, where the iodine incorporation modifies the electronic band structure compared to pure antimony oxides. The material family shows promise for visible-light-driven photocatalysis and potential photovoltaic or photodetection roles, though engineering-scale deployment remains limited; it is notable as a representative compound in the broader effort to develop sustainable alternatives to lead-based semiconductors.
photocatalytic water treatmentvisible-light photocatalysisoptoelectronic researchenvironmental remediationphotodetectors (experimental)
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
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