Zn2 Co4 S8
semiconductor· Zn2 Co4 S8
Zn₂Co₄S₈ is a quaternary sulfide semiconductor compound combining zinc, cobalt, and sulfur in a fixed stoichiometric ratio. This is a research-phase material rather than an established commercial product, belonging to the thiospinel or related sulfide semiconductor family with potential applications in energy conversion and catalysis. The material's mixed-metal sulfide composition positions it as a candidate for photocatalytic, electrocatalytic, and energy storage applications where both the electronic structure and surface chemistry of transition metal sulfides offer advantages over simpler single-phase alternatives.
Photocatalysis and water splittingElectrocatalytic hydrogen evolutionBattery electrode materialsSemiconductor researchEnvironmental remediation catalysts
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Bulk Modulus(K) | — | Pa | — | — | |
Shear Modulus(G) | — | Pa | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |
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Regulatory Screening
Environmental
Export Control
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.