Description

Beryllium Fluoride is a high-purity inorganic salt with the CAS registry number 7787-49-7, essential for advanced material synthesis and nuclear applications. Its unique chemical properties make it a critical precursor for producing beryllium metal and specialized ceramics and glasses. This compound is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the nuclear energy, aerospace, and specialty electronics industries seeking reliable, high-performance materials.

Application

• Nuclear Reactor Components: Acts as a primary component in molten salt reactor (MSR) fuel and as a neutron moderator material.
• Beryllium Metal Production: Serves as a key intermediate in the extraction and purification of metallic beryllium via reduction processes.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Used in the formulation of fluoride glasses and ceramic composites that require high thermal stability and specific optical properties.
• Optical Material Manufacturing: Employed in the production of infrared-transmitting windows and lenses for advanced optical systems.
• Catalyst & Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a catalyst or reagent in specific fluorination and organic synthesis reactions.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying fluoride chemistry and developing new inorganic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Beryllium Fluoride
CAS No.	7787-49-7
Molecular Formula	BeF2
Molecular Weight	47.01 g/mol
Synonyms	Beryllium Difluoride; Beryllium Fluoride (BeF2); Fluoroberyllate; Beryllium(II) Fluoride; Beryllium Fluoride Salt; Beryllium Fluorure (French); Berylliumfluorid (German); EINECS 232-118-5
EINECS	232-118-5

Quality Control

Our Beryllium Fluoride is manufactured under stringent controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and physical characterization. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (BeF2)	≥ 99.0%
Water (KF Titration)	≤ 0.5%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 20 ppm

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