Hexafluorophosphoric acid, solution ~ 62%

Name: Hexafluorophosphoric acid, solution ~ 62%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000854

About Hexafluorophosphoric acid, solution ~ 62%

Hexafluorophosphoric acid is a synthetic reagent carrying the CAS registry number 16940-81-1, specified at 62% purity. The compound has the formula F6HP, corresponding to a molecular weight of 145.97 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is hydron hexafluorophosphate. Alternative names: Hydrogen hexafluorophosphate and Hexa fluoro phosphoric acid.

It is supplied as a colourless to faint yellow to yellow green to green to brown liquid. Reported physical data include a density of 1.651 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include organic synthesis, reaction development, medicinal chemistry and paints, coatings and inks. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and paints and coatings.

We offer Hexafluorophosphoric acid in 100 g, 500 g and 40 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Reaction development
Medicinal chemistry
Paints, coatings & inks

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Hexafluorophosphoric acid, solution ~ 62%
Catalogue No.	VQ-000854
CAS Number	16940-81-1
IUPAC name	hydron hexafluorophosphate
Molecular formula	F₆HP
Molecular weight	145.97 g/mol
Exact mass	145.972
Purity / assay	62%
HSN code	28111990
InChIKey	LJQLCJWAZJINEB-UHFFFAOYSA-O
SMILES	[H+].F[P-](F)(F)(F)(F)F
PubChem CID	16211447

Physical properties
Physical form	Solution
Appearance	Colourless to faint yellow to yellow green to green to brown liquid
Density	1.651 g/mL at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 7
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 1782
Synonyms	Hydrogen hexafluorophosphate, Hexa fluoro phosphoric acid, Fluorophosphoric acid (HPF6), Hydrogen hexafluorophosphate(1), Phosphate(1) hexafluoro, hydrogen, hexafluoro phosphoric acid, F6HP, Hexafluorophosphoric acid, 65% in water, Hexafluorophosphoric acid, 75% in water

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H330Fatal if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P271, P280, P284, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P320, P321, P363, 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

Other grades of CAS 16940-81-1

AR

Hexafluorophosphoric acid, AR

CAS: 16940-81-1
Formula: F₆HP
MW: 145.97 g/mol

VQ-046453

Extra Pure

Hexafluorophosphoric acid, extra pure 62%

CAS: 16940-81-1
Formula: F₆HP
MW: 145.97 g/mol

VQ-045904

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Hexafluorophosphoric acid, solution ~ 62%?

The CAS Registry Number of Hexafluorophosphoric acid, solution ~ 62% is 16940-81-1. It is also known as Hydrogen hexafluorophosphate, Hexa fluoro phosphoric acid, Fluorophosphoric acid (HPF6).

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Hexafluorophosphoric acid, solution ~ 62%?

Hexafluorophosphoric acid, solution ~ 62% has the molecular formula F6HP and a molecular weight of 145.97 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is hydron hexafluorophosphate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Hexafluorophosphoric acid, solution ~ 62% can I order?

We supply Hexafluorophosphoric acid, solution ~ 62% in (62%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 40 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Hexafluorophosphoric acid, solution ~ 62%?

Yes. Every lot of Hexafluorophosphoric acid, solution ~ 62% 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 Hexafluorophosphoric acid, solution ~ 62% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Hexafluorophosphoric acid, solution ~ 62% is classified as hazardous (UN 1782), 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.