Molekula
Potassium hexafluorophosphate
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Potassium hexafluorophosphate (KPF6) is an inorganic salt used as a source of the hexafluorophosphate (PF6-) anion in anion-exchange reactions, as an electrolyte salt studied for potassium-ion batteries, a reagent in organic synthesis, and a component in specialty glass manufacturing. It is a white crystalline solid with high thermal stability, offering improved performance in electrochemical applications. This chemical has a CAS number of 17084-13-8, a molecular formula of KPF6, and a molecular weight of 184.06 g/mol. It must be stored at ambient conditions but carries a Danger signal word due to its corrosive and toxic properties. Molekula supplies Potassium hexafluorophosphate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.3% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.01% |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.01% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤0.001% |
| Potassium (K) | ≤0.1% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.01% |
| Fluoride (F-) | ≤0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 85919382 |
| CAS Number | 17084-13-8 |
| IUPAC Name | potassium hexafluorophosphate |
| EC Number | 241-143-0 |
| Molecular Formula | KPF6 |
| Molecular Weight | 184.06 |
| Exact Mass | 183.9279 |
| SMILES | F[P-](F)(F)(F)(F)F.[K+] |
| InChIKey | YZDGRYDIGCWVND-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/F6P.K/c1-7(2,3,4,5)6;/q-1;+1 |
| PubChem CID | 23688904 |
| UN Number | UN3260 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28269010 |
| Tariff Code | 2826908090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- F6KP
- KPF6
- Monopotassium hexafluorophosphate
- Phosphate(1-), hexafluoro-, potassium
- Phosphate(1-), hexafluoro-, potassium (1:1)
- Potassium fluophosphate
- Potassium fluorophosphate
- Potassium hexafluorophosphate(1-)
- potassium hexafluorophosphate(v)
- Potassium phosphorus fluoride
Frequently asked questions
What is potassium hexafluorophosphate (KPF₆) commonly used for?
Potassium hexafluorophosphate is primarily used as a source of the PF6- anion for anion exchange, as an electrolyte salt studied for potassium-ion batteries, a catalyst in organic synthesis, and as a reagent in fluorine chemistry.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of potassium hexafluorophosphate?
The molecular formula is KPF₆, and the molecular weight is 184.06 g/mol.
How should potassium hexafluorophosphate be stored?
Store in a dry, well-ventilated area at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
What grades of potassium hexafluorophosphate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies technical grade potassium hexafluorophosphate; purity and specifications can be confirmed upon inquiry.
Can Molekula supply potassium hexafluorophosphate in bulk quantities?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact Molekula for pricing, lead times, and minimum order quantities.
What documentation comes with an order of potassium hexafluorophosphate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a packing list.
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