Molybdenum disulphide, <2 μm, 99%

Name: Molybdenum disulphide, <2 μm, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014957

About Molybdenum disulphide, <2 μm, 99%

Molybdenum disulphide, below 2 μm (CAS 1317-33-5) is a refractory / heavy metal compound offered by Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 99% purity. Formula MoS2, molecular weight 160.1 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is bis(sulfanylidene)molybdenum. Alternative names: Molybdenum(IV) sulfide and Molysulfide.

In its supplied form it is a grey, black, grey-black or grey-blue powder. Key physical data: a density of 5.06 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and catalysis. It is used across academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Catalysis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Molybdenum disulphide, <2 μm, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-014957
CAS Number	1317-33-5
IUPAC name	bis(sulfanylidene)molybdenum
Molecular formula	MoS₂
Molecular weight	160.1 g/mol
Exact mass	161.8495
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	28309010
InChIKey	CWQXQMHSOZUFJS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	S=[Mo]=S
PubChem CID	14823

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Grey, black, grey-black or grey-blue powder
Density	5.06 g/mL at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	64.2 Å²
Synonyms	Molybdenum(IV) sulfide, Molysulfide, Motimol, Nichimoly C, Sumipowder PA, Molykote Z, Molybdenum sulfide (MoS2), Molyke R, Moly Powder B, Moly Powder C, Moly Powder PA, Moly Powder PS

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P261, P271, P304 + P340, P317

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 1317-33-5

Molybdenum disulfide, dia 1 inch, thick 1 cm, 99.99%

CAS: 1317-33-5
Formula: MoS₂
MW: 160.1 g/mol

VQ-014955

Molybdenum disulphide, ~6 μm, 99%

CAS: 1317-33-5
Formula: MoS₂
MW: 160.1 g/mol

VQ-018379

Molybdenum disulphide, 99%

CAS: 1317-33-5
Formula: MoS₂
MW: 160.1 g/mol

VQ-014956

Molybdenum(IV) sulphide nanopowder, APS 90 nm, 99%

CAS: 1317-33-5
Formula: MoS₂
MW: 160.1 g/mol

VQ-017588

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Molybdenum disulphide, <2 μm, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Molybdenum disulphide, <2 μm, 99% is 1317-33-5. It is also known as Molybdenum(IV) sulfide, Molysulfide, Motimol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Molybdenum disulphide, <2 μm, 99%?

Molybdenum disulphide, <2 μm, 99% has the molecular formula MoS2 and a molecular weight of 160.1 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is bis(sulfanylidene)molybdenum.

Which grade and pack sizes of Molybdenum disulphide, <2 μm, 99% can I order?

We supply Molybdenum disulphide, <2 μm, 99% in (99%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Molybdenum disulphide, <2 μm, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Molybdenum disulphide, <2 μm, 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 Molybdenum disulphide, <2 μm, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Molybdenum disulphide, <2 μm, 99% is classified as hazardous, 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.