Sodium Bifluoride Powder (Sodium Hydrogen Difluoride, NaHF2, Purity: 99.5%, APS: 1-10µm) Quality Control

Sodium Bifluoride Powder

Sodium bifluoride (NaHF₂) is a chemical compound with various industrial and commercial uses. Here’s a more detailed look at sodium bifluoride powder:

Chemical Properties:

• Chemical Formula: NaHF₂
• Appearance: White crystalline powder
• Solubility: Soluble in water, forming a fluoride solution

Applications:

1. Fluorine Source:

   Water Fluoridation: Sodium bifluoride can be used to add fluoride to drinking water for dental health benefits, though it is less common than other fluoride compounds like sodium fluoride.

2. Industrial Fluoridation: Used in processes where a fluoride source is needed for chemical reactions.
3. Etching and Cleaning:

   Glass and Ceramics: Employed in the etching of glass and ceramics to produce intricate designs or to prepare surfaces for further processing.

4. Metal Cleaning: Used to clean metal surfaces by removing oxides and other contaminants.
5. Textile and Leather Processing:

   Fabric Treatment: Improves the water repellency and stain resistance of textiles.

6. Leather Tanning: Aids in the tanning process, enhancing leather quality and durability.
7. Chemical Reactions:

   Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst in certain chemical reactions, particularly in organic synthesis.

8. Fluorination: Used in the synthesis of fluorinated compounds.
9. Specialized Products:

   Descaling Agents: Included in formulations for removing mineral deposits and limescale from various surfaces and equipment.