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98.0%min
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1. Molecular Formula: NaHF2
2. CAS NO.: 1333-83-1
3. Molecular Weight: 61.99
4. Property: It is a white crystalline solid or powder, highly hygroscopic and deliquescent in moist air. Highly soluble in water (forming strongly acidic solution), slightly soluble in ethanol, insoluble in organic solvents. Its density is 2.08g/cm³ and it decomposes at around 160℃ (releasing HF).
5. Sepcification(%):
| Purity | 98.0min |
| W.I.M | 0.2max |
| H2SiF6 | 0.32max |
| H2O | 0.1max |
| Mesh Size | |
| Through 325 mesh | 3max |
W&Q's Sodium bifluoride is a highly versatile inorganic compound widely used in industrial applications, easily recognized by its white crystalline or powder appearance. Its chemical formula is NaHF₂. This reactive salt is highly soluble in water, forming a strongly acidic solution due to hydrolysis, and serves as an important source of fluoride ions in glass etching, metal fluxing, cleaning, and chemical synthesis processes.
1. Powerful and Controlled Glass Etching
With 98%min high purity levels, W&Q's Sodium Bifluoride provides a reliable source of active fluoride ions for precise glass etching and frosting. This enables uniform matte finishes and intricate patterns, enhancing aesthetic appeal and functionality in decorative and industrial glass products.
2. Enhanced Textile Surface Finishing
In textile processing, it facilitates superior texture finishing and dye fixation, producing fabrics with improved hand feel, durability, and resistance to wear—ideal for high-quality apparel and technical textiles.
3. Efficient Raw Material for Hydrogen Fluoride Production
Acts as a stable and cost-effective precursor for generating anhydrous hydrogen fluoride. Its controlled decomposition ensures high yield and purity in downstream chemical synthesis, supporting consistent industrial HF supply.
4. Reliable Preservation and Protection
Serves as an excellent antiseptic agent and insect-proof treatment for leather, preventing microbial growth and pest damage. This extends material lifespan and maintains quality in leather goods and preserved products.
5. Effective Metal Fluxing and Cleaning
As a strong flux for metals, it efficiently removes oxides and impurities during welding or casting processes. This results in cleaner joints, improved metal flow, and stronger bonds in aluminum fabrication and other metallurgical applications.
Glass Etching Industry: In glass manufacturing, it serves as an efficient etchant for creating frosted patterns, matte surfaces, or decorative designs. This enhances product aesthetics and light diffusion in architectural glass, decorative items, and industrial glassware.
Metal Flux Applications: Used as a flux in metal welding and casting processes, it effectively removes oxides and impurities from metal surfaces. This improves metal flow and joint quality in aluminum fabrication and other metallurgical operations.
Antiseptic and Preservation: As an effective antiseptic agent, it prevents microbial growth in various materials and formulations. This makes it suitable for preservation in industrial and specialty chemical applications.
Textile Surface Finishing: In textile processing, it facilitates texture finishing and surface modification of fabrics. This results in improved hand feel, durability, and special effects in high-quality textiles and apparel.
Leather Treatment: Applied for insect-proof treatment of leather, it protects against pest damage and extends material lifespan. This is ideal for leather goods, footwear, and upholstery requiring long-term durability.
Hydrogen Fluoride Production: Serves as a key raw material for producing anhydrous hydrogen fluoride. This supports efficient synthesis in downstream fluorine chemical manufacturing processes.
How does Sodium Bifluoride compare to hydrofluoric acid for glass etching applications?
W&Q's Sodium Bifluoride offers safer handling and storage than liquid HF while providing similar etching performance when dissolved. It generates HF in situ in aqueous solutions, allowing controlled, uniform frosting with reduced risk of violent reactions—making it preferred for many industrial glass etching operations.
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Assay (NaHF₂ content): ≥98.0% or higher – guarantees the strong, consistent performance that W&Q is known for in glass etching, metal fluxing, and preservation applications.
Impurity Limits: H2O≤0.1%, H2SiF6≤0.32%, W.I.M≤0.2% – these tight controls reflect W&Q's commitment to delivering clean, high-performance products.
Physical Appearance: Uniform white crystalline powder, free-flowing, and non-caking.
Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from moisture, acids, and incompatible materials. Its strong hygroscopic nature means exposure to humid air can cause deliquescence and HF release—proper sealing ensures long shelf life and maintains product quality.
W&Q stands out as a leading supplier of Sodium Bifluoride, backed by our expertise in fine chemicals and customer focus:
• We offer a full product line of cobalt, nickel, copper, fluoride, tungsten, and rare earth compounds—so you can source all your industrial chemicals from a single, reliable supplier.
• Our team includes professional technical personnel who provide tailored support, from helping you optimize glass etching formulations and metal fluxing processes to troubleshooting application issues in textile finishing, leather treatment, or hydrogen fluoride production.
• We adhere to the business philosophy of "breaking old rules and embracing innovation," constantly improving our production processes to enhance product quality and reduce costs.
• We provide excellent after-sales service, ensuring you are satisfied with your order—if you have questions or concerns, our team responds promptly.
• With over 40 key products covering industry, glass processing, metal fabrication, textile, leather, and fluorine chemical sectors, we understand the unique needs of glass etchers, metal flux users, textile finishers, leather processors, and HF producers, and can adapt to your specific requirements.
