Description

Uranium(IV) Fluoride (CAS NO 10049-14-6), also known as uranium tetrafluoride (UF₄), is a key intermediate compound in the nuclear fuel cycle. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a precursor for the production of uranium hexafluoride (UF₆), which is essential for uranium enrichment processes. This high-purity inorganic salt is critical for suppliers and manufacturers in the nuclear energy, research, and specialized metallurgy sectors who require a reliable and consistent source of high-quality materials.

Application

• Primary feedstock for the production of uranium hexafluoride (UF₆) via fluorination.
• Essential intermediate in the nuclear fuel cycle for both civilian power generation and research reactors.
• Starting material in the metallothermic reduction process to produce metallic uranium.
• Used in specialized chemical synthesis and as a catalyst in certain fluorination reactions.
• Employed in nuclear fuel reprocessing and waste management technologies.
• Applicable in research and development for advanced nuclear fuel designs and materials testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Uranium(IV) Fluoride
CAS No.	10049-14-6
Molecular Formula	UF₄
Molecular Weight	314.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Uranium Tetrafluoride; Green Salt; UF₄; Uranium(4+) tetrafluoride; Tetrafluorouranium
EINECS	233-170-1

Quality Control

Our Uranium(IV) Fluoride is manufactured and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with nuclear-grade material specifications. Production adheres to relevant industry standards for purity and isotopic composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, isotopic content, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and quality assurance for critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area dedicated for radioactive materials. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere when not in use to prevent degradation. Storage temperature should be maintained at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green crystalline powder
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms to standard
Assay (UF₄)	≥ 99.0%
Uranium Content	≥ 75.8%
Isotopic Composition (²³⁵U)	Natural / Depleted / Enriched (as specified)
Moisture (Loss on Drying)	≤ 0.5%
UO₂F₂ Impurity	≤ 0.2%
Metallic Impurities	Contact for details
Particle Size Distribution	Customizable

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