7787-32-8

Basic information

• Product Name: Barium fluoride
• Synonyms: BARIUM FLUORIDE, 99.99%, EXTRA PURE;Barium fluoride, 99%, pure;Barium fluoride, extra pure;Barium fluoride, Puratronic, 99.99% (metals basis);Barium Fluoride, Puratronic (Metals Basis);Barium(II) fluoride 99.99+%;BARIUM FLUORIDE 99.99 SUPRAPUR;BariuM Fluoride, Reagent
• CAS NO: 7787-32-8
• Molecular Formula: BaF2
• Molecular Weight: 175.32
• EINECS: 232-108-0
• Product Categories: Salts;Synthetic Reagents;Crystal Grade Inorganics;metal halide;Barium Salts;Ultra-High Purity Materials;Ba;Barium;Chemical Synthesis;Inorganic Salts;Materials Science;Metal and Ceramic Science;Synthetic Reagents;Fluoride;Industrial/Fine Chemicals;Inorganic Chemicals;Inorganics;Barium Salts;BariumMetal and Ceramic Science;Inorganic Salts
• Mol File: 7787-32-8.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 1354 °C
• Boiling Point: 2260 °C(lit.)
• Flash Point: 2260°C
• Appearance: White/random crystals
• Density: 4.89 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
• Vapor Pressure: 922mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.4741
• Storage Temp.: Store at +5°C to +30°C.
• Solubility: 1.2g/l
• Water Solubility: 1.6 g/L (20 ºC)
• Sensitive: Hygroscopic
• Stability: Stable. Incompatible with acids.
• Merck: 14,974
• CAS DataBase Reference: Barium fluoride(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Barium fluoride(7787-32-8)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Barium fluoride(7787-32-8)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xn,T
• Statements: 20/22
• Safety Statements: 28-28A
• RIDADR: UN 2811 6.1/PG 3
• WGK Germany: 1
• RTECS: CQ9100000
• TSCA: Yes
• HazardClass: 6.1
• PackingGroup: III
• Hazardous Substances Data: 7787-32-8(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Barium fluoride is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula BaF2. It is a colorless solid and is highly insoluble in water. Barium fluoride is commonly used in the production of optical glass, as it has a high refractive index and low dispersion properties, making it ideal for use in lenses and prisms. It is also used as a flux in the electrochemical industry and as a precursor for other barium compounds. Barium fluoride is toxic when ingested or inhaled and can cause irritation to the skin, eyes, and respiratory system, so proper precautions must be taken when handling it.

InChI:InChI=1/Ba.2FH/h;2*1H/q+2;;/p-2