Description

Lead Tetrafluoride (PbF4) is a high-purity inorganic fluoride compound of significant industrial interest. This material serves as a critical precursor and fluorinating agent in advanced materials synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. It is essential for R&D and production processes in sectors such as electronics, optics, and inorganic chemistry.

Application

• As a fluorinating agent in organic and inorganic synthesis.
• Precursor for the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) of lead-containing thin films in semiconductor research.
• Raw material in the manufacture of specialized optical glasses and fluoride crystals.
• Intermediate in the synthesis of other complex lead fluorides and coordination compounds.
• Used in research laboratories for studying fluoride ion chemistry and solid-state reactions.
• Potential component in high-energy battery material research (e.g., fluoride-ion batteries).

Basic Information

Product Name	Lead Tetrafluoride
CAS No.	7783-59-7
Molecular Formula	F4Pb
Molecular Weight	283.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Lead(IV) fluoride; Plumbic fluoride; Tetrafluoroplumbane; Tetrafluorolead; Lead fluoride (PbF4); UN 3288 (Toxic solid, inorganic, n.o.s.)
EINECS	232-012-6

Quality Control

Our Lead Tetrafluoride is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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, organic solvents, and strong bases. Due to its nature as a fluoride/strong alkali, ensure the container is kept tightly sealed and stored separately from reactive substances. Long-term storage under an inert atmosphere is recommended for optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (PbF4)	≥ 98.0 %
Lead (Pb) Content	Contact for details
Fluoride (F) Content	Contact for details
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 50 ppm
Moisture (KF)	≤ 0.5 %

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