Basic information
- Name:
Magnesium fluoride
- CAS No.:
7783-40-6
- Molecular Structure:

- Formula:
- MgF2
- Molecular Weight:
- 62.31
- Synonyms:
- Magnesium fluorure [French];Irtran 1;magnesium(+2) cation difluoride;Afluon;Magnesium fluoride (MgF2);Sellaite;Aluminum Chlorohydrate Solution;Magnesium fluoride, powder;Magnesium fluoride(MgF2);
- EINECS:
- 231-995-1
- Density:
- 3.15 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
- Melting Point:
- 1248 °C
- Boiling Point:
- 19.5 °C at 760 mmHg
- Solubility:
- 87 mg/L (18 °C ) in water
- Appearance:
- white to light beige powder
- Hazard Symbols:
Xi- Risk Codes:
- 36/37/38
- Safety Description:
- 26-36-37/39 Details
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Chemistry
Molecular Structure of Magnesium fluoride (CAS NO.7783-40-6):
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IUPAC Name: magnesium difluoride
Molecular Formula: F2Mg
Molecular Weight: 62.31
EINECS: 231-995-1
H bond acceptors: 0
H bond donors: 0
Freely Rotating Bonds: 0
Polar Surface Area: 0Å2
Melting Point: 1248oC
Enthalpy of Vaporization: 25.54 kJ/mol
Boiling Point: 19.5 °C at 760 mmHg
Vapour Pressure: 922 mmHg at 25°C
Water Solubility: 87 mg/L (18oC)
Merck: 14,5665
InChI
InChI=1/2FH.Mg/h2*1H;/q;;+2/p-2
Smiles
[Mg](F)F
Product Categories: Inorganics; Magnesium; Crystal Grade Inorganics; Inorganic Salts; Magnesium Salts; MagnesiumMetal and Ceramic Science; Salts;Synthetic Reagents
Production
MgCO3 +2HF → MgF2 + H2O + C02 ↑
Toxicity Data With Reference
| 1. | orl-gpg LDLo:1 g/kg | MEIEDD Merck Index. 11 (1989),892. |
Consensus Reports
Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.
Safety Profile
Moderately toxic by ingestion. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of F−. See also MAGNESIUM and FLUORIDES.
Safety Information of Magnesium fluoride (CAS NO.7783-40-6):
Hazard Codes:
Xi
Risk Statements: 36/37/38
R36/37/38:Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Statements: 26-36-37/39
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S36/37/39:Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
WGK Germany: 3
RTECS: OM3325000
Hazard Note: Irritant
HS Code: 28261900
Standards and Recommendations
OSHA PEL: TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
ACGIH TLV: TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3; BEI: 3 mg/g creatinine of fluorides in urine prior to shift; 10 mg/g creatinine of fluorides in urine at end of shift.
NIOSH REL: TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3
Specification
Magnesium fluoride , with CAS number of 7783-40-6, can be called Afluon ; Irtran 1 ; Sellaite ; Cyanamide,cyano-,magnesium salt ; magnesium(+2) cation difluoride ; Aluminum Chlorohydrate Solution . It is a white to light beige powder, Magnesium fluoride (CAS NO.7783-40-6) can be used as flux for smelting magnesium, aluminum additives, optical lens coatings, titanium pigment painted agents, cathode-ray screen of fluorescent material, etc.

