Ammonium Silico Fluoride (NH₄)₂SiF₆
Ammonium Silico Fluoride is an inorganic compound widely used in water fluoridation, glass etching, and metal treatment. It appears as a white crystalline powder and serves as an effective fluorinating agent in various industrial applications.
Applications
- Water Treatment: Used in municipal water fluoridation to prevent dental decay.
- Glass & Ceramic Industry: Acts as an etching and frosting agent.
- Metal Surface Treatment: Utilized for aluminum anodizing and specialized coatings.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for fluoride-based chemicals.
Safety and packaging details
- Available in powder form.
- Store in a dry, ventilated area away from heat and moisture.
- Packaged in 25 kg/50 kg HDPE bags with inner liners.
