Potassium Fluoride

Synonym(s)

: Potassium fluoride, anhydrous potassium; fluoride, fluoride and potassium

Mol. Formula

: FK

EC / List no.

: 32-151-5

CAS no.

: 7789-23-3

Molecular weight

: 58,0967

Potassium fluoride is a fluoride salt with K+ as the counterion. It has a role as a poison. It is a fluoride salt and a potassium salt.

Application

» This substance is used in the following products: laboratory chemicals, welding and brazing products, pH regulators and water treatment products.
» This substance is used in scientific research and development and healthcare.
» Used in the manufacture of fabricated metal products, machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints, coatings or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners.

Product Specifications

Physical and Chemical Properties
» Potassium fluoride appears as white powder or crystals with a sharp salty taste.
» It has a sharp salty taste.

Properties

Characteristics	Unit	Value	Condition
Melting point	°C	856
Boiling point	°C	1505
Density	g/cm3	2.49	22 °C
Solubility	g/ L	923	18 °C, soluble with water
Vapor pressure	Pa	0	25 °C
LogP		-0.77	25 °C
Corrosivity		It corrodes glass and porcelain.