CAS Number
1341-49-7
Grade
Packaging
Bag
Chemical Formula: NH₄HF₂
Ammonium Bifluoride is a white crystalline compound formed from ammonia and hydrofluoric acid. It is highly soluble in water and releases hydrogen fluoride when heated or in acidic environments. Due to its fluoride content and reactivity, it is widely used for glass etching, metal surface treatment, and as a component in industrial cleaning products.
Appearance:
White crystalline solid
Uses:
Industrial Cleaning & Etching:
Used in formulations for cleaning and etching glass, ceramics, and metal surfaces. Removes oxides and prepares surfaces for coating or bonding.
Chemical Manufacturing:
Acts as a precursor for producing hydrofluoric acid and fluorine-containing compounds. Also used in the synthesis of catalysts and specialty fluorochemicals.
Metal Processing:
Employed in aluminum anodizing, pickling of stainless steel, and surface treatments where precise removal of oxides or contaminants is required.
Oil & Gas Industry:
Included in acidizing fluids for oil well stimulation to help dissolve rock and increase permeability.
Laboratory Use:
Used with caution in analytical chemistry and surface science due to its ability to react with silicates and oxides.
