ZnFe

metal

· JVASP-126733· ZnFe

ZnFe is an iron-zinc intermetallic compound that forms part of the Fe-Zn phase diagram, typically encountered in galvanizing processes and zinc-coated steel systems. This brittle intermetallic phase develops at the interface between steel substrates and zinc coatings during hot-dip galvanizing or thermal processing, influencing coating adhesion and mechanical performance. Engineers encounter ZnFe primarily as a phase to manage rather than as a primary structural material, since its brittleness makes it a potential failure point; however, understanding and controlling ZnFe layer formation is critical for optimizing galvanized coating durability, corrosion resistance, and impact performance in automotive, construction, and marine applications.

galvanized steel coatingscorrosion protection systemsautomotive body panelsstructural steel fastenerscoating adhesion engineeringthermal processing control

Compliance & Regulations

?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Density(ρ)	0.2907	lb/in³	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.000	eV	—
Magnetic Moment(μB)	2.019	µB	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)	0.09970	eV/atom	—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	0.06822	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.

ZnFe

Physical Properties

Electrical Properties

Other Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental

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