Cadmium fluoride

Name: Cadmium fluoride
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014882

About Cadmium fluoride

Listed under CAS 7790-79-6, Cadmium fluoride is a refractory / heavy metal compound available from Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of 99%. Its molecular formula is CdF2 and its molecular weight is 150.41 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is difluorocadmium. Common synonyms include Cadmium difluoride and Cadmium fluoride (CdF2).

The product is provided as a powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 388 °C and a boiling point of 787 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for metallurgy and plating and materials research. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research.

We offer Cadmium fluoride in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Metallurgy & plating
Materials research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cadmium fluoride
Catalogue No.	VQ-014882
CAS Number	7790-79-6
IUPAC name	difluorocadmium
Molecular formula	CdF₂
Molecular weight	150.41 g/mol
Exact mass	151.9002
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	2826199030
InChIKey	LVEULQCPJDDSLD-UHFFFAOYSA-L
SMILES	F[Cd]F
PubChem CID	24634

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Powder
Melting point	388 °C
Boiling point	787 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 2570
Synonyms	Cadmium difluoride, Cadmium fluoride (CdF2), Cadmium fluorure, Cadmium Fluoratum, Cadmium(II) fluoride, CdF2, Cadmium fluoride (99.98%-Cd), Cadmium fluoride, Puratronic(R), 99.99 % (metals basis)"

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H330Fatal if inhaled
H340May cause genetic defects
H350May cause cancer
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P260, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P304 + P340, P316, P318, P319, P320, P321, P330, P391, P403 + P233, 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 Cadmium fluoride?

The CAS Registry Number of Cadmium fluoride is 7790-79-6. It is also known as Cadmium difluoride, Cadmium fluoride (CdF2), Cadmium fluorure.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cadmium fluoride?

Cadmium fluoride has the molecular formula CdF2 and a molecular weight of 150.41 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is difluorocadmium.

Which grade and pack sizes of Cadmium fluoride can I order?

We supply Cadmium fluoride in (99%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Cadmium fluoride?

Yes. Every lot of Cadmium fluoride 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 Cadmium fluoride be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cadmium fluoride is classified as hazardous (UN 2570), 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.