Basic information
- Name:
XENON TETRAFLUORIDE
- CAS No.:
13709-61-0
- Molecular Structure:

- Formula:
- F4Xe
- Molecular Weight:
- 207.3
- Solubility:
- Stability Toxicology No toxicological data available. Toxicity data (The meaning of any toxicological abbreviations which appear in this section is given
- Safety Description:
- Reacts with water to form a very shock-sensitive explosive. May explode on contact with acetone; aluminum; pentacarbonyliron; styrene; polyethylene; lubricants; paper; sawdust; wool or other combustible materials. Vigorous reaction with ethanol, potassium iodate, potassium permanganate. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of F−. See also FLUORIDES and XENON TRIOXIDE. Details
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Chemistry
Product Name: Xenon tetrafluoride (CAS NO.13709-61-0)
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Molecular Formula: F2Xe
Molecular Weight: 169.29g/mol
Mol File: 13709-61-0.mol
Einecs: 237-251-2
Appearance: White solid
Melting Point: 129 °C(lit.)
Density: 4.32 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
H-Bond Donor: 0
H-Bond Acceptor: 4
Uses
Xenon tetrafluoride (CAS NO.13709-61-0) is a silicone rubber decomposition agent, used for studying trace metal impurities. It reacts with the silicone matrix to form simple gaseous products, leaving behind a residue containing the metal impurities.
Safety Profile
Reacts with WATER to form a very shock-sensitive explosive. May explode on contact with acetone; aluminum; pentacarbonyliron; styrene; polyethylene; lubricants; paper; sawdust; wool or other combustible materials. Vigorous reaction with ethanol, potassium iodate, potassium permanganate. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of F−. See also FLUORIDES and XENON TRIOXIDE.
Safety Information of Xenon tetrafluoride (CAS NO.13709-61-0):
Hazard Codes: O
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Risk Statements: 8-25-26-34
8: Contact with combustible material may cause fire
25: Toxic if swallowed
26: Very Toxic by inhalation
34: Causes burns
Safety Statements: 17-26-28-36/37/39-45
17: Keep away from combustible material
26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
28: After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of ... (to be specified by the manufacturer)
36: Wear suitable protective clothing
37: Wear suitable gloves
39: Wear eye/face protection
45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible)

