Sodium hexafluoroaluminate

Sodium hexafluoroaluminate

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Name = Sodium hexafluoroaluminate
ImageFile = Cryolite-unit-cell-3D-balls.png ImageSize = 200px
ImageName = Sodium hexafluoroaluminate unit cell
OtherNames = sodium fluoaluminate
sodium aluminofluoaluminate
Cryolite
Kryolite
Section1 = Chembox Identifiers
CASNo = 13775-53-6
Section2 = Chembox Properties
Formula = Na3AlF6
MolarMass = 209.941262 g/mol
Appearance = white powder
Density = 2.9 g/cm³, solid
Solubility = insoluble
MeltingPt = 1000°C
BoilingPt = decomposes
EvaporationRate = 0
VaporPressure = essentially 0
Section7 = Chembox Hazards
EUClass = not listed

Sodium hexafluoroaluminate (Na3AlF6) is a chemical compound. It is a stable compound although will decompose when reacted with aluminium oxide (Al2O3), or sodium oxide (Na2O). Cryolite is the naturally occurring mineral form of the compound.

Conditions/substances to avoid are thermal decomposition and strong acids.

Applications

This compound is used in the production of insecticides, in the glass and enamel industries, as well as being a solvent for bauxite in the electrolytic manufacture of aluminium.

afety Notes

Acute effects: If ingested, this compound may cause vomiting, cramps, nausea and diarrhea. Larger doses may affect the respiratory system, the bladder, the kidneys and the heart. Upon contact with the skin, this chemical may cause irritation and, in more severe cases, skin rashes. Contact with the eyes or inhaling the substance will also cause some irritation.

External links

* [http://www.chemicalland21.com/industrialchem/inorganic/CRYOLITE.htm Chemical Land 21]
* [http://www.espi-metals.com/msds's/Sodium%20Hexafluoroaluminate.htm ESPI Metals]


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