Cerium Fluoride Powder, CeF3, CAS 7758-88-5

Cerium Fluoride (CeF3) Powder is a white crystalline powder that exhibits limited solubility in water but undergoes gradual hydrolysis. It is used as an important raw material for polishing powder, special glass, and metallurgical applications. 

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• EINECS No.: 231-841-3
• Density: 6.16 g/cm³ (at 20 °C)
• Melting point: 1.460 °C (1.730 K)

Cerium Fluoride (CeF3) Powder Chemical Analysis

Cerium Fluoride (CeF3) Powder Applications

• Used to increase the brilliance of arc-bright carbon rod lamps
• Used as a coating for infrared laser optical components
• Used as an electrolyte for the electrolytic production of cerium metal
• Used as the most efficient glass polishing agent for precision optical polishing
• Used to decolorize glass by keeping iron in its ferrous state
• Used to remove free Oxygen and Sulfur in the steel industry

Cerium Fluoride (CeF3) Powder Storage and Packing

Cerium Fluoride (CeF3) Powder should be stored in a sealed container in a dry and cool environment. Vacuum packaging options include 50g, 100g, 500g, and 1kg quantities, available in plastic bottles, outer cartons, or plastic barrels. The product will be accompanied by MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) and Material Certification Sheets.