1.03956

Iron(II) sulfide

sticks Ø ~ 1 cm

• Synonym(s): Iron(II) sulfide
• Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): FeS
• CAS Number: 1317-37-9
• Molecular Weight: 87.91
• MDL number: MFCD00011013
• UNSPSC Code: 12352302
• EC Index Number: 215-268-6
• NACRES: NB.51

Properties

• Quality Level: 100
• form: solid
• concentration: ~25% (sulfide)
• mp: 1195 °C
• density: 4.84 g/cm³ at 20 °C
• bulk density: 1500‑2000 kg/m³
• storage temp.: no temp limit
• InChI: 1S/Fe.S
• InChI key: MBMLMWLHJBBADN-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Description

Application

• Role of iron(II) sulfide in autotrophic denitrification under tetracycline stress: Substrate and detoxification effect.: This study investigates the role of Iron(II) sulfide in enhancing autotrophic denitrification processes under the stress of tetracycline, revealing its potential for wastewater treatment applications. It highlights how FeS can act as both a substrate and a detoxification agent, thus improving the efficiency of bioremediation efforts (Bai et al., 2022).


• Speciation of iron sulfide compounds by means of X-ray Emission Spectroscopy using a compact full-cylinder von Hamos spectrometer.: This paper details a novel application of X-ray Emission Spectroscopy (XES) to study iron sulfide compounds. The study utilizes a compact full-cylinder von Hamos spectrometer, providing insights into the speciation of iron sulfides, which is critical for understanding their chemical behavior and potential industrial applications (Wansleben et al., 2020).


• A novel electrochemical sensor based on FeS anchored reduced graphene oxide nanosheets for simultaneous determination of dopamine and acetaminophen.: This research introduces an innovative electrochemical sensor using Iron(II) sulfide anchored on reduced graphene oxide nanosheets. The sensor is designed for the simultaneous detection of dopamine and acetaminophen, showcasing the potential of FeS in the development of sensitive and selective biosensors for medical diagnostics (Liu et al., 2017).

Analysis Note

Assay (sulphide): about 25 %
Identity: passes test

Safety Information

• Storage Class Code: 13 - Non Combustible Solids
• WGK: WGK 3
• Flash Point(F): Not applicable
• Flash Point(C): Not applicable