Sodium Silicofluoride is an inorganic compound used in water fluoridation, as a fluoridating agent, and in the manufacture of ceramics.
- Water Fluoridation: Used to fluoridate water to prevent tooth decay.
- Ceramics: Applied in the ceramics industry for glazing and fritting.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of other fluoride compounds.
- Metallurgy: Used as a fluxing agent in the production of metals.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties |
Data |
| Appearance |
White crystalline powder |
| Odor |
Odorless |
| Molecular Formula |
Na2SiF6 |
| Molecular Weight |
196.25 g/mol |
| Melting Point |
200 °C |
| Density |
2.55 g/cm³ |
| Solubility |
Slightly soluble in water |
| Flash Point |
Not applicable |
| Chemical Stability |
Stable under normal conditions, reacts with strong acids |