Description

Chromium(II) Fluoride is an inorganic salt of chromium in the +2 oxidation state, known for its utility as a specialized precursor in materials synthesis. Its value lies in providing a source of both chromium and fluoride ions under controlled conditions, which is critical for developing advanced inorganic materials and catalysts. This compound is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the fields of inorganic chemistry, catalysis, and specialty glass or ceramic production.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of specialized catalysts for organic transformations and polymerization reactions.
• Inorganic Materials Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for producing other chromium compounds and advanced inorganic materials.
• Glass & Ceramic Industry: Employed as a dopant or additive to modify the optical or structural properties of specialty glasses and ceramics.
• Laboratory Research: Acts as a key reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chromium-based compounds and their properties.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Investigated for use in specific metal finishing or conversion coating processes.
• Solid-State Chemistry: Utilized in the preparation of novel solid-state compounds and magnetic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chromium(II) Fluoride
CAS No.	10049-10-2
Molecular Formula	CrF2
Molecular Weight	89.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Chromous Fluoride; Chromium Difluoride; Chromium Fluoride (CrF2); CrF2; Chromium(2+) Fluoride
EINECS	233-168-0

Quality Control

Our Chromium(II) Fluoride is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profile analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

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 must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent oxidation and degradation. Keep away from strong alkalis and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green to bluish-green powder or crystals
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to standard
Assay (CrF2)	≥ 95.0 %
Chromium (Cr) Content	≥ 57.0 %
Water Solubility	Insoluble
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %

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