Silicon dioxide, 99.999%

Name: Silicon dioxide, 99.999%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-015336

About Silicon dioxide, 99.999%

Silicon dioxide (CAS 14808-60-7) is a main-group metal compound offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Puriss grade, specified at 99.999% purity. The compound has the formula O2Si, corresponding to a molecular weight of 60.08 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is dioxosilane. Alternative names: Cristobalite and Quartz.

It is supplied as white to colourless powder or crystals. Reported physical data include a melting point of 1610 °C and a density of 2.6 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span paints, coatings and inks, optics and photonics, ceramics and glass and food and flavour applications. It is used across academic and industrial research.

Available in 5 g, 10 g, 25 g and 100 g packs, Silicon dioxide is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Paints, coatings & inks
Optics & photonics
Ceramics & glass
Food & flavour applications

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Silicon dioxide, 99.999%
Catalogue No.	VQ-015336
CAS Number	14808-60-7
IUPAC name	dioxosilane
Molecular formula	O₂Si
Molecular weight	60.08 g/mol
Exact mass	59.9668
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	99.999%
HSN code	28112200
InChIKey	VYPSYNLAJGMNEJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	O=[Si]=O
PubChem CID	24261

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to colourless powder or crystals
Melting point	1610 °C
Density	2.6 g/mL at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	34.1 Å²
Synonyms	Cristobalite, Quartz, Sand, Silica high purity, Silicic anhydride, Diatomaceous silica, Zorbax sil, Silica, amorphous, Silica, colloidal, Neosyl, colloidal silica, White carbon

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Silicon dioxide, 99.999%?

The CAS Registry Number of Silicon dioxide, 99.999% is 14808-60-7. It is also known as Cristobalite, Quartz, Sand.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Silicon dioxide, 99.999%?

Silicon dioxide, 99.999% has the molecular formula O2Si and a molecular weight of 60.08 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is dioxosilane.

Which grade and pack sizes of Silicon dioxide, 99.999% can I order?

We supply Silicon dioxide, 99.999% in Puriss (99.999%) grade, in 5 g, 10 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Silicon dioxide, 99.999%?

Yes. Every lot of Silicon dioxide, 99.999% 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 Silicon dioxide, 99.999% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Silicon dioxide, 99.999% is classified as hazardous, 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.