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Ammonium hexafluoroaluminate
Also known as: Ammonium hexafluoroaluminate · 7784-19-2 · Ammonium cryolite · Ammonium fluoaluminate
- CAS No.
- 7784-19-2
- Formula
- AlF6H12N3
- Molar mass
- 195.09 g/mol
- PubChem CID
- 24565
Toxic
Summary
Ammonium hexafluoroaluminate (AlF6H12N3), CAS 7784-19-2. Common in labs and industry. Read on for hazards, storage, PPE and mixing rules.
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Physical properties
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Hazards
Storage
Keep at room temperature, below 30 °C, out of direct heat.
Store somewhere well-ventilated and away from any ignition source.
Metal drums or tinted glass, tightly sealed.
Strong acids, strong bases and powerful oxidizers.
Personal protective equipment
Nitrile or butyl, at least 0.4 mm thick.
Safety goggles with side shields.
A2 organic-vapor cartridge if the room isn't well ventilated.
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Open comparator with Ammonium hexafluoroaluminatePractical safety notes
- Acute toxicity. Work under a fume hood, restrict access, keep a specific antidote plan available.
Derived from the GHS classification shown above. These notes are generic guidance and do not replace the manufacturer's SDS or your local risk assessment.
FAQ
Is Ammonium hexafluoroaluminate flammable?+
Ammonium hexafluoroaluminate (CAS 7784-19-2) does not carry the GHS02 flame pictogram in our records. Always confirm with the manufacturer's SDS section 9 (flash point) before assuming a product is non-flammable.
What PPE should I wear when handling Ammonium hexafluoroaluminate?+
Safety glasses with side shields and nitrile gloves are the baseline. Work inside a fume hood or use a suitable respirator. Check SDS section 8 for material-specific breakthrough times.
How should Ammonium hexafluoroaluminate be stored?+
Store Ammonium hexafluoroaluminate (CAS 7784-19-2) in tightly closed original containers, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.
Is Ammonium hexafluoroaluminate dangerous for the environment?+
No specific environmental pictogram (GHS09) is listed in our records for Ammonium hexafluoroaluminate, but any chemical waste should be handled through your site's hazardous-waste procedure, not poured down the drain.
Where can I find the official Safety Data Sheet for Ammonium hexafluoroaluminate?+
Official, up-to-date SDS documents are published by each manufacturer (Sigma-Aldrich, Merck, Thermo Fisher, VWR, Carl Roth, etc.) and by regulators such as ECHA and NIOSH. This page is an educational summary and does not replace the manufacturer's SDS.
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