Description

Ammonium Hexafluorogallate is an inorganic salt of gallium, primarily used as a precursor in advanced material synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing gallium and fluorine into specialized chemical systems, enabling precise material engineering. It is a critical raw material for industries focused on semiconductor research, specialty glass manufacturing, and the development of novel catalysts.

Application

• Semiconductor Manufacturing: As a source material for gallium and fluorine in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD) processes for thin films.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Used in the formulation of fluoride glasses and optical ceramics with unique infrared transmission properties.
• Catalysis Research: Serves as a precursor or dopant in the development of solid acid and fluorination catalysts.
• Electrolyte Additives: Investigated for use in specialized electrochemical systems and battery research.
• Laboratory Synthesis: A key starting reagent for the preparation of other gallium-containing complexes and materials in R&D settings.
• Surface Treatment: Potential use in surface modification and etching processes for specific metal alloys.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium Hexafluorogallate
CAS No.	14639-94-2
Molecular Formula	(NH4)3GaF6
Molecular Weight	237.84 g/mol
Synonyms	Triammonium hexafluorogallate; Ammonium gallium fluoride; Gallium ammonium fluoride; Ammonium fluogallate; (NH4)3GaF6; Hexafluorogallate(3-) triammonium
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Quality Control

Our Ammonium Hexafluorogallate is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including titration, ion chromatography (IC), and X-ray diffraction (XRD). A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Store away from strong acids and strong alkalis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (as (NH4)3GaF6)	≥ 98.0 %
Gallium (Ga) Content	29.0 - 29.5 %
Fluoride (F) Content	47.5 - 48.5 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1 %

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