Cadmium sulphide, 99%

Name: Cadmium sulphide, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014896

About Cadmium sulphide, 99%

Cadmium sulphide is a refractory / heavy metal compound (Synthesis grade) carrying the CAS registry number 1306-23-6, specified at 99% purity. The compound has the formula CdS, corresponding to a molecular weight of 144.48 g/mol. Systematically, it is named sulfanylidenecadmium. Alternative names: Cadmium Sulfide - Orange and Cadmium(II) sulfide.

The material typically appears as an orange solid. Reported physical data include a melting point of 1750 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for materials research and chemical synthesis. It is used across academic and industrial research.

We offer Cadmium sulphide in 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Materials research
Chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cadmium sulphide, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-014896
CAS Number	1306-23-6
IUPAC name	sulfanylidenecadmium
Molecular formula	CdS
Molecular weight	144.48 g/mol
Exact mass	145.8754
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	28309010
InChIKey	CJOBVZJTOIVNNF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	S=[Cd]
PubChem CID	14783

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
Appearance	Orange solid
Melting point	1750 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	32.1 Å²
UN number	UN 3077
Synonyms	Cadmium Sulfide - Orange, Cadmium(II) sulfide, Cadmium Yellow, Greenockite, Cadmium sulfide (CdS), Orange cadmium, Cadmopur Yellow, Jaune Brilliant, Aurora Yellow, Cadmium Orange, Ferro Yellow, Cadmium sulfuratum

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H341Suspected of causing genetic defects
H350May cause cancer
H413May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life

Precautionary statements: P203, P260, P264, P270, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P318, P319, P330, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 1306-23-6

Puriss

Cadmium sulphide, 99.999%

CAS: 1306-23-6
Formula: CdS
MW: 144.48 g/mol

VQ-014897

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Cadmium sulphide, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Cadmium sulphide, 99% is 1306-23-6. It is also known as Cadmium Sulfide - Orange, Cadmium(II) sulfide, Cadmium Yellow.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cadmium sulphide, 99%?

Cadmium sulphide, 99% has the molecular formula CdS and a molecular weight of 144.48 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is sulfanylidenecadmium.

Which grade and pack sizes of Cadmium sulphide, 99% can I order?

We supply Cadmium sulphide, 99% in Synthesis (99%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Cadmium sulphide, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Cadmium sulphide, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Cadmium sulphide, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cadmium sulphide, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 3077), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.