Description

Bismuth Fluoride is an inorganic compound of significant industrial interest, primarily valued for its role as a versatile fluorinating agent and precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its importance stems from its ability to introduce fluorine atoms into target molecules, a critical step in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. This product is essential for research laboratories and industrial-scale manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, electronics, and fine chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity reagents.

Application

• Fluorination Reagent: A key reagent in organic synthesis for introducing fluorine atoms into pharmaceutical intermediates and active ingredients.
• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the preparation of catalysts for various petrochemical and polymerization processes.
• Glass & Ceramics Manufacturing: Acts as a fluxing agent and opacifier in the production of specialty glasses and ceramic glazes.
• Electronics Industry: Employed in the synthesis of bismuth-containing thin films and materials for electronic components.
• Laboratory Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in inorganic and materials chemistry research.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Used in certain metal finishing and surface conversion coating applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bismuth Fluoride
CAS No.	109371-79-1
Molecular Formula	BiF3
Molecular Weight	265.98 g/mol
Synonyms	Bismuth(III) fluoride; Bismuth trifluoride; Trifluorobismuthine; Bismuth fluoride (BiF3); Bismuthous fluoride
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Quality Control

Our Bismuth Fluoride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (BiF3)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.05 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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