Description

Silver Hexafluorosilicate is an inorganic salt composed of silver cations and hexafluorosilicate anions. This compound is valued for its role as a high-purity source of both silver and fluoride ions in specialized chemical synthesis and surface treatment processes. It is primarily utilized in the electronics, glass manufacturing, and advanced materials research sectors where precise control over composition is critical.

Application

• Glass Etching & Frosting: Acts as a key component in chemical mixtures for etching and frosting glass surfaces, providing a controlled matte finish.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Serves as a source of silver for specialized electroplating baths and surface modification processes in electronics.
• Ceramic & Enamel Opacifier: Used in the formulation of ceramic glazes and enamels to influence opacity, texture, and color properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a fluorinating agent or a precursor for synthesizing other complex fluorosilicate compounds in research and development.
• Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the preparation of catalysts for specific fluorination and organic synthesis reactions.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used as a high-purity analytical reagent in laboratories for quantitative analysis and material testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Silver Hexafluorosilicate
CAS No.	12021-64-6
Molecular Formula	Ag2SiF6
Molecular Weight	357.77 g/mol
Synonyms	Disilver hexafluorosilicate; Silver fluosilicate; Silver silicon fluoride; Disilver hexafluoridosilicate(2-); Ag2SiF6; Silicate(2-), hexafluoro-, disilver
EINECS	234-666-0

Quality Control

Our Silver Hexafluorosilicate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Production adheres to relevant industrial standards, and comprehensive testing is performed to verify identity, assay, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and incompatible with strong alkalis. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Ag2SiF6)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Insolubles	≤ 0.5 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.002 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.