Description

Silver Hexafluoroantimonate is an inorganic salt of silver and hexafluoroantimonic acid, a superacid. This compound is valued as a powerful Lewis acid catalyst and a versatile reagent for introducing the hexafluoroantimonate anion. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of advanced organic synthesis, polymerization, and materials science, where its unique reactivity enables critical transformations.

Application

• Catalysis in Organic Synthesis: Acts as a potent Lewis acid catalyst for Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation, Diels-Alder reactions, and other electrophilic processes.
• Polymerization Initiator: Used in the cationic polymerization of olefins, vinyl ethers, and other monomers to produce specialized polymers and resins.
• Electrolyte Component: Employed in the formulation of electrolytes for high-energy-density batteries and electrochemical devices.
• Superacid Chemistry: Serves as a precursor or component in superacid media for studying long-lived carbocations and other reactive intermediates.
• Surface Modification: Utilized for depositing silver or antimony-containing coatings on various substrates in materials research.
• Research & Development: A key reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Silver Hexafluoroantimonate
CAS No.	26042-64-8
Molecular Formula	AgSbF6
Molecular Weight	343.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Silver(I) hexafluoroantimonate(V); Silver hexafluoroantimonate(V); Silver fluoroantimonate; Argentous hexafluoroantimonate; AgSbF6; Hexafluoroantimonic acid silver salt; Silver(1+) hexafluoroantimonate(1-)
EINECS	247-418-7

Quality Control

Our Silver Hexafluoroantimonate is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and specification compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) when not in use to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (AgSbF6)	≥ 98.0 %
Silver (Ag) Content	31.0 - 32.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01 %

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