Description

Ammonium Hexafluorotantalate(5) is a high-purity inorganic salt of tantalum, essential for introducing tantalum into various chemical and material systems. Its primary value lies in its role as a critical precursor for the production of tantalum pentoxide (Ta₂O₅) and metallic tantalum, materials fundamental to advanced electronics and corrosion-resistant alloys. This compound is vital for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, optical coating, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality tantalum sources.

Application

• Tantalum Pentoxide (Ta₂O₅) Production: A key intermediate in the synthesis of high-purity Ta₂O₅ for capacitors and dielectric layers.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Serves as a precursor for depositing tantalum-containing thin films on semiconductors and optical components.
• Metallurgy: Used in the production of superalloys and corrosion-resistant metals for aerospace and chemical processing equipment.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for preparing tantalum-based catalysts used in organic synthesis and petrochemical refining.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for developing new tantalum compounds and materials.
• Glass and Ceramics: Imparts specific optical and refractory properties to specialty glasses and ceramic formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium Hexafluorotantalate(5)
CAS No.	33380-11-9
Molecular Formula	(NH₄)₂[TaF₇] or (NH₄)₂TaF₇
Molecular Weight	347.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Ammonium Heptafluorotantalate(V); Diammonium Heptafluorotantalate; Ammonium Fluotantalate; Tantalum Ammonium Fluoride; (NH4)2TaF7; Ammonium Tantalum Fluoride; Ammonium Fluorotantalate
EINECS	251-476-5

Quality Control

Our Ammonium Hexafluorotantalate(5) is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

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 in a dry environment to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong alkalis and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as (NH₄)₂TaF₇)	≥ 99.0%
Tantalum (Ta) Content	≥ 51.5%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.01%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.005%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005%
Moisture (Loss on Drying)	≤ 0.5%

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