Ammonium Fluoroborate Description:
Ammonium Fluoroborate (NH4BF4) is a colorless to white crystalline compound renowned for its unique properties. It is soluble in water and possesses a high melting point. This compound exhibits excellent stability under various conditions, making it valuable in industrial applications. Ammonium Fluoroborate is commonly utilized in metal casting and soldering fluxes due to its ability to facilitate smooth casting and soldering processes. Additionally, it serves as an essential component in electroplating solutions, enabling the deposition of metal coatings with high precision. Its inclusion in specialty glass manufacturing processes further underscores its significance in various industrial sectors.
Ammonium Fluoroborate Specifications:
CAS Number
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13826-83-0
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Molecular Formula
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NH4BF4
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Molecular Weight
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104.84
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Appearance
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Colorless to white crystals
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Density
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1.871 g/cm3
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Melting Point
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230℃
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Ammonium Fluoroborate Applications:
1. Metal Casting and Soldering Fluxes: Used as a flux in metal casting and soldering processes to facilitate smooth flow and removal of oxides from metal surfaces during casting and soldering.
2. Electroplating: Employed as an additive in electroplating baths to enhance the quality and appearance of metal coatings by improving the adherence and uniformity of the deposited metal.
3. Specialty Glass Manufacturing: Used as a component in specialty glass formulations to modify the glass's properties, such as its optical and thermal characteristics.
4. Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in chemical synthesis processes as a source of fluoride ions and as a catalyst in certain reactions involving fluorination.
5. Flame Retardants: Sometimes incorporated into flame retardant formulations for polymers and plastics due to its ability to inhibit combustion and reduce flammability.
Ammonium Fluoroborate Safety Information:
Symbol
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Signal word
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Danger
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Hazard statements
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H290-H314
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Precautionary statements
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P280-P305+P351+P338-P310
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Transport Information
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UN 3260 8/PG III
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WGK Germany
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3
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