Description

Potassium Hexafluoroantimonate is a high-purity inorganic salt widely utilized as a powerful fluoride source and catalyst in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a key reagent for introducing fluorine atoms and as a superacid catalyst component in demanding organic transformations. This compound is essential for R&D and production within the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise fluorination and strong Lewis acid catalysis are required.

Application

• Fluorination Reagent: A critical source of fluoride ions in organic synthesis for the preparation of fluorinated compounds, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals.
• Superacid Catalyst: Used as a component or precursor in superacid catalyst systems for alkylation, acylation, and other acid-catalyzed reactions in petrochemical and fine chemical manufacturing.
• Electrolyte Additive: Employed in the research and development of advanced lithium-ion and other battery systems to enhance electrolyte stability and performance.
• Glass & Ceramics Manufacturing: Acts as a fluxing agent and modifier in the production of specialty glasses and optical materials.
• Surface Treatment: Used in metal surface finishing and etching processes within the electronics industry.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a standard or reagent in various spectroscopic and analytical techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Hexafluoroantimonate
CAS No.	16893-92-8
Molecular Formula	KSbF6
Molecular Weight	313.85 g/mol
Synonyms	Antimonate(1-), hexafluoro-, potassium (1:1); Potassium antimony fluoride; Potassium fluoroantimonate; KSbF6; Hexafluoroantimonate potassium salt; Potassium hexafluoroantimonate(V)
EINECS	240-952-1

Quality Control

Our Potassium Hexafluoroantimonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent decomposition. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (KSbF6)	≥ 99.0%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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