Sodium bi-fluoride

Sodium bi-fluoride

Sodium hydrogen fluoride;Sodium bifluoride;Sodium fluorohydride

CAS 1333-83-1

Chemical Formula NaHF2

Molecular Weight 58.01 g/mol

Sodium bi-fluoride is a compound primarily used in various industrial applications. It is commonly employed in the production of aluminum, as a flux in metal processing, and in the manufacture of certain types of glass. Additionally, it serves as an intermediate in the production of other fluoride compounds. Sodium bi-fluoride is also used in wood preservation, and in some cases, as a pesticide.

Industrial Uses

1. Chemical Synthesis

  • Fluorination Agent: Sodium bi-fluoride is sometimes used in chemical synthesis as a source of fluoride ions in fluorination reactions to produce various fluoride-containing compounds.
  • Reagent in Organic Synthesis: It can be used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in reactions that require the introduction of fluoride ions.

2. Pulp & Paper Solutions

  • Bleaching Agent: Sodium bi-fluoride can be used in the pulp and paper industry as part of the bleaching process to improve the whiteness and brightness of paper products.
  • Preservative: It can also serve as a preservative to prevent bacterial or fungal contamination during the storage and handling of paper materials.

3. Metal Treatment

  • Fluxing Agent: Sodium bi-fluoride is used in metal treatment, especially in fluxing for welding and brazing applications, to clean metal surfaces and improve the quality of the bond.
  • Descaling: Used to remove scale and impurities from metals during processing and treatment.

4. Lubricants & Automobiles

  • Lubricant Additive: Sodium bi-fluoride is occasionally used in lubricant formulations to provide protection against corrosion of metal components in industrial machinery and automotive parts.
  • Cleaning Additive: It can also be found in cleaning products for automotive parts to remove rust and scale.

Specifications

Odor Odorless
Solubility Soluble in water, insoluble in alcohol
Density 2.85 g/cm³
Assay ≥ 98%
Viscosity Not applicable (solid at room temperature)
Melting Point 295 °C
Flash Point Non-flammable (decomposes at high temperatures)
Boiling Point 1,200 °C (decomposes)
Appearance White crystalline solid

Hazard Symbols

Corrosives
Acute Toxicity
Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards

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