Description

Potassium Hexafluorophosphate is an inorganic salt widely utilized as a key electrolyte component and chemical intermediate. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a source of the hexafluorophosphate anion, which is prized for its electrochemical stability and weak coordinating properties. This makes it essential for manufacturers in the lithium-ion battery, electroplating, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Lithium-ion Battery Electrolytes: A fundamental component in conductive salts (e.g., LiPF6 synthesis) and as a direct additive in electrolyte formulations for high-performance batteries.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Used in specific electroplating baths to deposit metal coatings and as a component in ionic liquids for metal finishing processes.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Serves as a weakly coordinating anion source in phase-transfer catalysis and in the preparation of organometallic complexes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of certain fluorinated pharmaceutical compounds and as a counterion in drug substance purification.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a reagent in specific ion-selective electrodes and in various laboratory research applications.
• Specialty Materials: A precursor in the development of advanced ionic liquids and other functional materials requiring stable fluorinated anions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Potassium Hexafluorophosphate
CAS No.	17084-13-8
Molecular Formula	KPF6
Molecular Weight	184.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium PF6; Potassium Fluophosphate; Hexafluorophosphate Potassium Salt; Potassium Phosphorofluoridate; KPF6; PF6K; Potassium Phosphorus Hexafluoride
EINECS	241-143-0

Quality Control

Our Potassium Hexafluorophosphate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise purity and consistency specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including assay, impurity profile, and moisture content, is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (KPF6)	≥ 99.0%
Water (KF Titration)	≤ 0.1%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 50 ppm
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 50 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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