Identification |
Name: | Potassium hexafluorophosphate |
Synonyms: | Phosphate(1-),hexafluoro-, potassium (8CI,9CI); Potassium hexafluorophosphate (6CI,7CI);Monopotassium hexafluorophosphate; NSC 404039; Potassium fluophosphate;Potassium fluorophosphate; Potassium hexafluorophosphate (KPF6); Potassiumhexafluorophosphate(1-) |
CAS: | 17084-13-8 |
EINECS: | 241-143-0 |
Molecular Formula: | KPF6 |
Molecular Weight: | 184.05 |
InChI: | InChI=1/F6P.K/c1-7(2,3,4,5)6;/q-1;+1 |
Molecular Structure: |
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Properties |
Transport: | UN 3260 |
Flash Point: | °C |
Boiling Point: | °Cat760mmHg |
Density: | 2.75 |
Stability: | Stable. Incompatible with strong acids. Thermal decomposition may generate HF, phosphorus oxides and phosphine. |
Refractive index: | 1.366 |
Solubility: | 93 g/L (25 ºC) in water |
Appearance: | white crystals |
Specification: |
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Hygroscopic: absorbs moisture or water from the air.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Phosphine, carbon monoxide, oxides of phosphorus, carbon dioxide, hydrogen fluoride gas.
Hazardous Polymerization Has not been reported.
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Packinggroup: | III |
Flash Point: | °C |
Storage Temperature: | Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Store protected from moisture. |
Sensitive: | Hygroscopic |
Usage: | Laboratory source of the hexafluorophosphate anion. |
Safety Data |
Hazard Symbols |
C:Corrosive
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