Description

Lithium Hexafluorostannate(IV) is an inorganic salt of tin and lithium, widely recognized for its role as a versatile fluorinating agent and precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its high reactivity and purity are critical for processes requiring precise fluorine incorporation. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, battery technology, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-performance materials.

Application

• Lithium-ion Battery Research: Investigated as a potential electrolyte additive or cathode coating precursor to enhance cycle life and thermal stability.
• Fluorination Reactions: Serves as a source of fluorine atoms in organic and inorganic synthesis for creating fluorinated compounds.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Used as a precursor for depositing thin films of tin-containing materials in semiconductor and glass coating applications.
• Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst component in specific fluorination and polymerization reactions.
• Glass & Ceramic Manufacturing: Employed as a fluxing agent or to modify the optical and chemical resistance properties of specialty glasses.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized in analytical chemistry and research as a standard or reagent for tin and fluoride analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium Hexafluorostannate(IV)
CAS No.	17029-16-2
Molecular Formula	F6Li2Sn or Li2[SnF6]
Molecular Weight	274.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium Hexafluorostannate; Lithium Tin Fluoride; Dilithium Hexafluorostannate; Stannate(2-), hexafluoro-, dilithium; Tin(IV) Lithium Fluoride; Li2SnF6; Hexafluorostannate Dilithium Salt
EINECS	241-091-1

Quality Control

Our Lithium Hexafluorostannate(IV) is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable. Comprehensive testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and moisture content analysis, is performed. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

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, inert conditions to prevent decomposition. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Li2SnF6)	≥ 98.0 %
Moisture (KF Titration)	≤ 1.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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