Description

Potassium Difluorodihydroxyborate(1-) is an inorganic boron-fluorine compound with significant utility as a specialized reagent. This chemical is valued for its unique reactivity profile, particularly in applications requiring controlled fluoride or borate chemistry. It serves as a critical intermediate and processing agent in several high-tech industries, including electronics manufacturing, specialty glass production, and advanced materials synthesis.

Application

• Electronics Manufacturing: Used as a fluxing agent or dopant source in the production of semiconductors and microelectronic components.
• Specialty Glass & Ceramics: Acts as a flux and property modifier in the formulation of optical glasses, borosilicate glasses, and advanced ceramic materials.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Employed in specialized metal finishing and surface conversion coating processes.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a fluorinating or boron-transfer reagent in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and fine chemicals.
• Nuclear Industry: Potential application in neutron capture therapy research and related nuclear shielding materials.
• Laboratory Research: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard and research chemical in inorganic and materials science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Difluorodihydroxyborate(1-)
CAS No.	85392-66-1
Molecular Formula	K[BF2(OH)2]
Molecular Weight	125.91 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Dihydroxydifluoroborate(1-); Potassium Fluoroborate (derivative); Potassium Tetrafluoroborate Dihydrate (related compound); K[BF2(OH)2]; Potassium Hydroxydifluoroborate; Difluorodihydroxyborate Potassium Salt; Potassium Boron Fluoride Hydroxide
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Quality Control

Our Potassium Difluorodihydroxyborate(1-) is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting requirements of industrial and research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profiles, and physical characteristics.

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 moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and contains fluoride/strong alkali components; ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and contamination. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (K[BF2(OH)2])	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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