1314-98-3

Basic information

• Product Name: Zinc sulfide (hexagonal)
• Synonyms: LitoponeL;Pigment Black 17;Pigment White 7;RAK-LC;RAK-S;Sachtolith;Sachtolith HD;Sachtolith L;ZNI 08PB;Zinc monosulfide;zinc sulphide;Albalith;C.I. 77975;C.I. Pigment Black 17;C.I. Pigment White7;Cleartran;FV 40-1;HD-S;Irtran 2;KV 2
• CAS NO: 1314-98-3
• Molecular Formula: SZn
• Molecular Weight: 97.43
• EINECS: 215-251-3
• Mol File: 1314-98-3.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 1700°C
• Boiling Point: 1185 °C(Press: 800 Torr)
• Appearance: white to yellow powder, clear to yellow crystals
• Density: 4.1 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
• Vapor Pressure: 12600mmHg at 25°C
• Water Solubility: Insoluble in water
• CAS DataBase Reference: Zinc sulfide (hexagonal)(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Zinc sulfide (hexagonal)(1314-98-3)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Zinc sulfide (hexagonal)(1314-98-3)

Safety Data

• Statements: 31:
• Safety Statements: 50A:
• Hazardous Substances Data: 1314-98-3(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Zinc sulfide (hexagonal) is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula ZnS. It occurs in a hexagonal crystal structure, characterized by its unique morphology and properties. Zinc sulfide is commonly used as a phosphor in various applications such as in the production of luminescent materials, fluorescent lights, and cathode ray tube screens. It also has potential applications in solar cells, x-ray and gamma-ray detectors, and as a semiconductor material. Additionally, zinc sulfide is used as a pigment in rubber, plastic, and ceramic products due to its white color. It is also utilized in the production of fireworks, as it glows green when burned. Overall, zinc sulfide (hexagonal) is a versatile compound with various industrial, commercial, and technological applications.

InChI:InChI=1/S.Zn/q-2;+2