Molekula
Calcium fluoride
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Calcium fluoride is an inorganic compound used in metallurgy, glass manufacturing, and as a source of fluoride ions in chemical synthesis. It appears as a white crystalline solid with a molecular formula of CaF2, a molecular weight of 78.07 g/mol, and is stable at ambient storage conditions. It is classified with a warning signal word due to potential health hazards. Molekula supplies Calcium fluoride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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500 g — £93.50 per pack ex VAT · £112.20 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 1.0% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 0.01% |
| Assay | ≥ 99.0% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.01% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 0.01% |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 0.001% |
| Sodium (Na) | ≤ 0.01% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 0.1% |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.005% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White cubic crystals or powder |
| Melting Point | 1403 °C |
| Boiling Point | 2500 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4338 |
Source: PubChem CID 84512 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 19013605 |
| CAS Number | 7789-75-5 |
| IUPAC Name | calcium difluoride |
| Molecular Formula | CaF2 |
| Molecular Weight | 78.07 |
| Exact Mass | 77.9594 |
| SMILES | [F-].[F-].[Ca+2] |
| InChIKey | WUKWITHWXAAZEY-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/Ca.2FH/h;2*1H/q+2;;/p-2 |
| PubChem CID | 84512 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2826.19.9000 |
| Tariff Code | 2826199090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Amethyst 8104
- Calc Fluor
- Calc Fluor 12X
- Calc Fluor 200X
- Calc Fluor 30X
- Calc Fluor 6X
- Calcium difluoride
- Fluoride, Calcium
- Fluorite 8118
- Fluorspar
Frequently asked questions
What is calcium fluoride used for?
Calcium fluoride is primarily used in the production of aluminum, as a flux in metallurgy, and in the manufacture of specialty glass and ceramics.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of calcium fluoride?
The chemical formula is CaF2, and the molecular weight is 78.07 g/mol.
How should calcium fluoride be stored?
Calcium fluoride should be stored at ambient temperature, in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of calcium fluoride does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies calcium fluoride in technical grade; custom grades are available upon request.
Can Molekula supply calcium fluoride in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply calcium fluoride in bulk quantities; please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a calcium fluoride order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.
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