Product Description
Quick Details
Classification:
Silicate
CAS No.:
16893-85-9
Other Names:
sodium fluorosilicate
MF:
Na2SiF6
EINECS No.:
240-934-8
Place of Origin:
India
Grade Standard:
Industrial Grade
Purity:
98%
Appearance:
white powder
Application:
industry
Brand Name:
meiqi
Model Number:
MQ-Na2SiF6
Product name:
sodium fluorosilicate
Density:
2.33 G/mL
Color:
white
SO4:
0.05
sodium fluorosilicate:
98%
Cl:
0.05
Na2SiF6:
98%
Pb:
0.01
H2O:
0.10
Key word:
Na2SiF6
High Purity, Consistent QualityProduced to deliver a purity of not less than 98% and conforming to IS: 995-1973 standards, Sodium Silico Fluoride ensures predictable performance in diverse industrial applications. Its fine crystalline powder shape, controlled particle size, and low heavy metal content make it suitable for demanding uses such as glass manufacturing, ceramics, and water treatment.
Storage and Shelf LifeFor optimal performance and safety, Sodium Silico Fluoride should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location, away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. The product is delivered in secure 25 kg or 50 kg HDPE bags with inner liners. When stored correctly, it retains its stability and efficacy for up to two years.
Versatile Industrial ApplicationsSodium Silico Fluoride finds wide industrial usage, including water fluoridation, opal glass production, foundry flux, insecticides, wood preservation, and as a component in ceramics. Its unique solubility profile and chemical properties allow for efficient integration into various manufacturing processes where technical grade, high-purity compounds are necessary.
FAQ's of Sodium Silico Fluoride:
Q: How should Sodium Silico Fluoride be stored for maximum shelf life?
A: Sodium Silico Fluoride should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from strong acids, strong bases, and oxidizing agents. Proper storage in its original 25 kg or 50 kg HDPE bags with inner liners helps ensure product stability and maintains its efficacy for up to two years from the manufacturing date.
Q: What are the primary industrial uses of Sodium Silico Fluoride?
A: This compound is utilized in water fluoridation, glass manufacturing, opal glass production, foundry flux applications, ceramics, insecticides, and wood preservatives. Its chemical properties make it suitable for integration into various processes requiring an effective fluorosilicate compound.
Q: When is Sodium Silico Fluoride typically added in glass manufacturing processes?
A: Sodium Silico Fluoride is usually introduced during the raw materials mixing stage, where its fine particle size and solubility facilitate uniform dispersion. This addition improves certain physical and chemical properties of the glass, especially in opal and specialty glass formulations.
Q: Where is this product exported and supplied from?
A: Sodium Silico Fluoride is manufactured and exported from India by established exporters, manufacturers, suppliers, and traders. It meets IS: 995-1973 quality standards for use in domestic and international markets.
Q: What precautions are necessary when handling Sodium Silico Fluoride?
A: Due to its toxic and hazardous classification, appropriate protective equipment such as gloves, eye protection, and masks should be used when handling Sodium Silico Fluoride. Ensure adequate ventilation and avoid contact with incompatible substances to prevent hazardous reactions.
Q: How does Sodium Silico Fluoride benefit water fluoridation processes?
A: Sodium Silico Fluoride is valued for its high purity and solubility in water, making it effective for controlled fluoridation in municipal water treatment plants. It helps adjust fluoride levels to safe concentrations for public health without imparting unwanted color or odor.
Q: What is the process of packaging Sodium Silico Fluoride for shipment?
A: For safe transportation and storage, Sodium Silico Fluoride is packed in robust HDPE bags of either 25 kg or 50 kg capacities, each lined internally to prevent moisture ingress and contamination. Customized packaging is also available upon customer request, ensuring product integrity during transit.