Tantalum(V) fluoride, 98%

Name: Tantalum(V) fluoride, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014998

About Tantalum(V) fluoride, 98%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Tantalum(V) fluoride, a refractory / heavy metal compound registered under CAS number 7783-71-3 with a typical assay of 98%. The compound has the formula F5Ta, corresponding to a molecular weight of 275.94 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is pentafluorotantalum. It is also known as Tantalum pentafluoride or Tantalum fluoride.

It is supplied as white to off-white powder or crystals. Literature values give a density of 4.74 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for materials research and chemical synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 g packs, Tantalum(V) fluoride is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Materials research
Chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Tantalum(V) fluoride, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-014998
CAS Number	7783-71-3
IUPAC name	pentafluorotantalum
Molecular formula	F₅Ta
Molecular weight	275.94 g/mol
Exact mass	275.94
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	YRGLXIVYESZPLQ-UHFFFAOYSA-I
SMILES	F[Ta](F)(F)(F)F
PubChem CID	82218

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Density	4.74 g/mL at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 5
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 3260
Synonyms	Tantalum pentafluoride, Tantalum fluoride, Tantalum fluoride (TaF5), TaF5, Tantalum(3+) fluoride, Tantalum(III) Fluoride, Tantalum(V) fluoride, 98%

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318Causes serious eye damage
H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P330, P362 + P364, P363, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Tantalum(V) fluoride, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Tantalum(V) fluoride, 98% is 7783-71-3. It is also known as Tantalum pentafluoride, Tantalum fluoride, Tantalum fluoride (TaF5).

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Tantalum(V) fluoride, 98%?

Tantalum(V) fluoride, 98% has the molecular formula F5Ta and a molecular weight of 275.94 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is pentafluorotantalum.

Which grade and pack sizes of Tantalum(V) fluoride, 98% can I order?

We supply Tantalum(V) fluoride, 98% in (98%) grade, in 10 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Tantalum(V) fluoride, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Tantalum(V) fluoride, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Tantalum(V) fluoride, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Tantalum(V) fluoride, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 3260), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.