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Potassium hexafluorosilicate, 98%

Catalog No. AA89023A1
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Description

CAS: 16871-90-2 | F6K2Si | 220.27 g/mol

Potassium hexafluorosilicate is used in the production of porceleins. It is also used for the preservation of timber. It is involved in the manufacturing of ceramics, aluminum and magnesium smelting. In addition, it is used as an intermediate in the manufacturing of optical glass.

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TRUSTED_SUSTAINABILITY

Chemical Identifiers

CAS 16871-90-2
Molecular Formula F6K2Si
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 220.27
MDL Number MFCD00040666
InChI Key UUHPPUWEDCVPCO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym potassium hexafluorosilicate, potassium fluosilicate, potassium silicofluoride, dipotassium hexafluorosilicate, silicate 2-, hexafluoro-, dipotassium, unii-2610w49xyd, dipotassium hexafluorosilicon 2-, dipotassium hexafluorosilicate 2-, sif6.2k, potassium hexafluorosilicate iv
PubChem CID 61851
IUPAC Name dipotassium;hexafluorosilicon(2-)
SMILES [K+].[K+].F[Si--](F)(F)(F)(F)F

Specifications

Melting Point (decomposition)
Color White
Physical Form Powder
Quantity 1 kg
Assay Percent Range 99%
Solubility Information Slightly soluble in cold water. Hydrolyzes in hot water. Insoluble in alcohol.
Formula Weight 220.28
Density 2.27 g/cm3 at 20°C
Chemical Name or Material Potassium hexafluorosilicate

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category H301+H311+H331
Hazard Statement In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).
Precautionary Statement P261-P264b-P270-P271-P280-P301+P310-P302+P352-P304+P340-P311-P312-P330-P361-P363-P501c
DOTInformation DOT Class: 6.1, Packaging Group: III
EINECSNumber 240-896-2
TSCA Yes
Recommended Storage Ambient temperatures
SDS

RUO – Research Use Only

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