Aluminum Fluoride Trihydrate (AlF3•3H2O)-Powder

Characteristic

 

Aluminium fluoride refers to inorganic compounds with the formula AlF3·xH2O. They are all colorless solids. 




Compound Formula:AlF3·xH2O

Molecular Weight:138.022588

Appearance:White powder

Density:2.88 g/cm3

Stability:Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong acids.

 


Application

 

Aluminum fluoride trihydrate is used as an additive for the production of aluminum by electrolysis. It is also used to inhibit fermentation and in the preparation of low index films. It serves as a flux ingredient for the removal of magnesium in the refining of aluminum scrap. Further, it is used in the manufacture of aluminum silicates, ceramics and glass. In addition, it acts as a catalyst for organic synthesis and filler in glass industry.