Sodium hexafluoroaluminate, 99.9% (metals basis)

Description

CAS: 13775-53-6 | Na₃AlF₆

Sodium aluminum hexafluoride is used as a solvent (or flux) for electrolysis aluminum oxides such as bauxite, whitener for enamels and an opacifier for glass and in the industrial production of aluminum.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 13775-53-6
• Molecular Formula: Na₃AlF₆
• MDL Number: MFCD00003507

• Melting Point: 1000°C
• Color: White
• Physical Form: Powder
• Quantity: 500 g
• Assay Percent Range: 99.9% (metals basis)
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water(0.4g/L).
• Formula Weight: 209.95
• Odor: Odorless
• Density: 2.9
• Chemical Name or Material: Sodium hexafluoroaluminate

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	H332-H372
Hazard Statement	Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable gloves. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety data sheets.
Precautionary Statement	P260-P264b-P270-P271-P304+P340-P312-P314-P501c
DOTInformation	DOT Class: 9; Packaging Group: III
EINECSNumber	237-410-6
RTECSNumber	BD0075000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only