Product Introduction

Titanium(IV) Sulfide (TiS₂, CAS No. 12039-13-3) is an important transition metal dichalcogenide (TMD) material widely studied in lithium-ion batteries, 2D layered materials, electrochemical energy storage, catalysis, and advanced functional materials.

TiS₂ features a layered crystal structure composed of titanium and sulfur atomic layers, allowing reversible lithium-ion intercalation and deintercalation between its layers. Due to its unique electronic properties, structural stability, and electrochemical activity, TiS₂ has been extensively investigated as a promising material for battery electrodes, energy storage devices, and nanoscale electronic applications.

As one of the earliest investigated transition metal sulfides for rechargeable lithium batteries, TiS₂ remains an important research material for developing next-generation energy storage technologies.

Structural Characteristics

Titanium(IV) sulfide exhibits a typical layered TMD structure.

Layered Crystal Structure

• Consists of stacked Ti–S atomic layers
• Provides interlayer spaces for ion transport
• Enables reversible lithium-ion insertion/extraction

Electronic Properties

• Exhibits semiconducting characteristics
• Suitable for electronic and optoelectronic material research
• Supports charge transport studies

Electrochemical Activity

• Enables lithium-ion intercalation reactions
• Suitable for electrode material research
• Provides a platform for studying metal sulfide energy storage mechanisms

Key Research Applications

1. Lithium-Ion Battery Electrode Materials

Titanium(IV) sulfide is widely studied as an electrode material for lithium-ion batteries.

Applications include:

• Lithium-ion battery cathode research
• Lithium intercalation studies
• Electrode material development
• Electrochemical performance evaluation
• Next-generation battery research

TiS₂ can reversibly accommodate lithium ions within its layered structure, making it an important model material for studying transition metal sulfide electrodes.

2. Advanced Energy Storage Materials

TiS₂ is investigated for high-performance electrochemical energy storage systems.

Applications include:

• Battery electrode composites
• Supercapacitor electrode materials
• Hybrid energy storage devices
• Nanostructured energy materials

3. Two-Dimensional (2D) Material Research

As a transition metal dichalcogenide, TiS₂ is an important 2D layered material.

Applications include:

• 2D nanosheet preparation
• Electronic devices
• Flexible electronics
• Semiconductor material research
• Surface/interface engineering

4. Electrocatalysis and Catalytic Materials

Titanium(IV) sulfide is studied as a sulfur-containing transition metal material for catalytic applications.

Applications include:

• Electrocatalytic reactions
• Hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) research
• Catalyst support materials
• Surface catalytic studies

5. Solid-State and Advanced Battery Research

TiS₂ is explored in emerging battery technologies.

Applications include:

• Solid-state battery electrode studies
• Interface engineering
• Sulfide-based energy materials
• Lithium-ion transport research

Advantages

• Layered structure suitable for ion intercalation
• Excellent research platform for transition metal sulfides
• Important model material for lithium battery studies
• Suitable for 2D material investigations
• Enables exploration of advanced electrochemical systems
• Versatile applications in energy and electronic materials

Storage & Handling

• Store in a dry, sealed container.
• Protect from moisture and excessive humidity.
• Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents.
• Handle powders using appropriate laboratory safety procedures.

For battery and electronic material research, controlled atmosphere handling may be recommended.

Research Areas

• Lithium-ion batteries
• Transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs)
• 2D materials
• Electrode materials
• Solid-state batteries
• Electrocatalysis
• Advanced energy storage

What is Titanium(IV) Sulfide (TiS₂)?

Titanium(IV) sulfide (TiS₂) is a layered transition metal dichalcogenide material used in battery research, 2D materials, and electrochemical applications.

What is TiS₂ used for?

TiS₂ is mainly used for:

• Lithium-ion battery electrode research
• 2D layered material studies
• Electrochemical energy storage
• Catalysis research
• Advanced functional materials

Is TiS₂ used in lithium-ion batteries?

Yes. TiS₂ was one of the earliest transition metal sulfide materials investigated as a rechargeable lithium battery cathode due to its reversible lithium-ion intercalation capability.

Is Titanium(IV) Sulfide a 2D material?

Yes. TiS₂ belongs to the transition metal dichalcogenide (TMD) family and has a layered structure suitable for 2D material research.

What is the difference between TiS₂ and TiO₂?

Can TiS₂ be used in solid-state batteries?

TiS₂ is studied as an electrode material and interface material in solid-state battery research.