Zinc sulfide, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Zinc Sulfide is used as a friction material to carry sulfur, which hardens rotor surfaces and thereby reduces wear. Also in printing inks, UV-hardened systems, powder coatings, adhesives, insulating & sealing compounds, thermoplastic pigmentation, thermosets, flame resistant plastics, glass-fiber reinforced plastics, pigment concentrates, elastomers,. textile fibers, paper, mastics, lubricants, electroluminescent lamps, infrared windows, domes and optical elements.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Zinc Sulfide is used as a friction material to carry sulfur, which hardens rotor surfaces and thereby reduces wear. Also in printing inks, UV-hardened systems, powder coatings, adhesives, insulating & sealing compounds, thermoplastic pigmentation, thermosets, flame resistant plastics, glass-fiber reinforced plastics, pigment concentrates, elastomers,. textile fibers, paper, mastics, lubricants, electroluminescent lamps, infrared windows, domes and optical elements.

Solubility
It is insoluble in water, soluble in acids.

Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Air and moisture sensitive. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specifications

• Melting Point: 1700°C
• Quantity: 250 g
• Linear Formula: ZnS
• Merck Index: 14,10160
• Solubility Information: It is insoluble in water,soluble in acids.
• IUPAC Name: zinc(2+) sulfanediide
• Formula Weight: 97.43
• Percent Purity: 98%
• Odor: Odorless
• Density: 4.1
• Chemical Name or Material: Zinc sulfide

Safety and Handling

EINECSNumber	215-251-3
RTECSNumber	ZH5400000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only