Description

Rubidium Fluoborate is an inorganic salt of rubidium and tetrafluoroboric acid, primarily utilized as a specialized reagent and precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its value lies in providing a source of both rubidium and the BF4- anion, which is critical for applications requiring specific ionic properties or high-purity metal deposition. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the electronics, catalysis, and specialty chemical sectors developing next-generation technologies.

Application

• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: As a key component in specialized electroplating baths for depositing rubidium-containing alloys or creating unique surface finishes.
• Catalysis & Chemical Synthesis: Serving as a catalyst precursor or reagent in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions, leveraging the BF4- anion's properties.
• Electronic Materials: Used in the production of specialized crystals, optical materials, and dopants for semiconductors and other electronic components.
• Research & Development: A vital starting material in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new inorganic compounds and material properties.
• Ionic Liquids & Electrolytes: As a potential component or precursor in the formulation of advanced ionic liquids for battery and energy storage systems.
• Glass & Ceramic Manufacturing: Acting as a flux or modifying agent to alter the melting point and physical characteristics of specialty glasses and ceramics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rubidium Fluoborate
CAS No.	108596-38-9
Molecular Formula	RbBF4
Molecular Weight	152.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Rubidium Tetrafluoroborate; Tetrafluoroboric Acid Rubidium Salt; Rubidium Fluoroborate; Rubidium Boron Fluoride; RbBF4; Rubidium(I) Tetrafluoroborate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Rubidium Fluoborate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong alkalis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (RbBF4)	≥ 98.0 %
Purity (Rb)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.