Cerium Fluoride (CeF3) Powder is a white crystalline powder, which is almost insoluble in water but gradually hydrolyzed. HM stocks a wide variety of rare earth materials for use in electronics, petrochemical, metallurgy, machinery, energy, environmental protection, agriculture, and other fields. We also offer pure metals and compounds for R&D applications.

• Molecular Formula: CeF3
• EINECS No.: 231-841-3
• CAS: 7758-88-5
• Molar mass: 197.12 g/mol
• Density: 6.16 g/cm³ (at 20 °C)
• Melting point: 1.460 °C (1.730 K)

Cerium Fluoride (CeF3) Powder Specifications

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 keep sealed and stored in a dry and cool place. The vacuum-sealed packing is 1kg/bag, 25kg/drum, or as required. The MSDS and Material Certification Sheets will be packed with the product.