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Technical Data Sheet

Hydrofluorosilicic Acid 23% (HFS)

Technical · 23%

Alliance Code
hydrofluorosilicic-acid-23-hfs
確認日
2026-07-17
Revision
1.7
CAS番号
16961-83-4
UN番号
UN1778
危険有害性クラス・容器等級
8 · PG II
構造
2D chemical structure of Hydrofluorosilicic Acid 23% (HFS)
構造・PubChem
グレード
Technical · 23%
注意喚起語
Danger
危険有害性
腐食性急性毒性H290 H302 H311 H314 H332
正式輸送品名
Fluorosilicic acid
Last reviewed 2026-07-17 by Andre Taki, Chief Commercial Officer.

Identity & Composition

製品名
Hydrofluorosilicic Acid 23% (HFS)
Alliance Code
hydrofluorosilicic-acid-23-hfs
グレード
Technical
濃度
23%
CAS番号
16961-83-4PubChem
化学式
H2SiF6Adjudicated
分子量
144.09 g/molAdjudicated
製品種別
Solution

Specifications

TestSpecificationTypicalMethodSource
Assay (H2SiF6)23.0 % min.23.8 %—Interpreted
Free acid (HF)1.0 maximum %0.31 %—Interpreted
Heavy Metals (as lead, Pb)<0.02%0.00064 %—Interpreted
Suspended matterclean and free of visible suspended matterPasses test—Interpreted
Arsenic (As)10 mg/kg maximum1.3 mg/kgICP-MSInterpreted
Sulfate (SO4)0.5 % maximum0.17 %Ion chromatography / gravimetric (BaSO4)Interpreted

Values are reproduced from the current product reference. Source labels do not by themselves establish a supplier guarantee or a test result for your lot. Confirm applicable acceptance limits and request lot-specific documentation.

Available GradesSame CAS, alternate grades and concentrations

グレード濃度Typical AssaySKUTDS
This grade Technical23%—currentcurrent
ACS Grade23%—hydrofluorosilicic-acid-23-acsView TDS →

Typical assay shown is the rolling-window mean from the sibling product's most recent lots. Grade selection drives downstream end-use — verify the sibling grade matches your specification before substitution.

物理的及び化学的性質

Property値Source
外観Colorless, fuming liquidAdjudicated
形状LiquidPublished reference
色water white to straw yellowInterpreted
臭いPungent, acridAdjudicated
pHBelow 1 as supplied (strong acid); 1.5–2 as a 10% solutionAdjudicated
比重1.185–1.215 at 15.6 °C (water = 1)Adjudicated
密度1.19 (23% w/w aqueous solution, 20 °C)Published reference
沸点Approx. 106–108 °C (223–227 °F); decomposesAdjudicated
融点-20 to -16 °C (-4 to 3 °F), freezing point (aqueous solution)Adjudicated
引火点該当しないAdjudicated
蒸気圧17–24 mmHg at 20–25 °CAdjudicated
Solubility (water)Completely miscible with waterAdjudicated

Strong acid — density and vapor-pressure values shown are at 20 °C; values shift markedly with concentration and temperature. Reference concentration-temperature curves before specifying equipment.

Materials of Construction

MaterialRatingConditionsSource
polyethyleneCompatible—s3.amazonaws.com
cross-linked high-density polyethylene (with UV stabilizer)Compatiblepolyethylene must be high-density, cross-linked, with a minimum of 0.25 percent ultraviolet stabilizers3.amazonaws.com
rubber-lined steelCompatible—s3.amazonaws.com
glassNot recommended—s3.amazonaws.com
ceramicsNot recommended—s3.amazonaws.com
steel (unlined)Not recommended—s3.amazonaws.com
concreteNot recommended—s3.amazonaws.com
woodNot recommended—s3.amazonaws.com
rubber lining / saranCompatiblesource product is a 23-25 % H2SiF6 aqueous solution (TDS typical analysis 23.5 %)cdn-contenu.quebec.ca
polyethylene shipping containers (vs. glass carboys)Compatible23-25 % H2SiF6 aqueous solution per the TDS typical analysiscdn-contenu.quebec.ca
high-density, cross-linked polyethyleneCompatible—s3.amazonaws.com
unlined steelNot recommended—s3.amazonaws.com

Compatibility is drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation for this product; each rating is sourced. Confirm against your specific duty cycle before equipment selection.

Regulatory & Transport

DOT / 49 CFR

国連番号
UN177849 CFR 172.101
危険有害性クラス
8Adjudicated
容器等級
IIAdjudicated
正式輸送品名
Fluorosilicic acidAdjudicated

GHS / OSHA HCS 2024

注意喚起語
DangerAdjudicated
H-Codes (Hazard Statements)
H290, H302, H311, H314, H332Adjudicated
P-Codes (Precautionary Statements)
P234, P260, P262, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301+P330+P331, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P310, P312, P321, P362, P363, P390, P405, P406, P501Adjudicated

許容濃度

OSHA PEL (29 CFR 1910.1000)
2.5 mg/m³ TWA (F)Adjudicated
ACGIH TLV
2.5 mg/m³ TWA (fluorides, as F); hydrogen fluoride 0.5 ppm TWA, 2 ppm ceiling (as F)Adjudicated
NIOSH REL
2.5 mg/m³ TWA (F)Adjudicated
NIOSH IDLH
250 mg/m³ (F)Adjudicated

輸送情報は発行時点の49 CFR 172.101の照会結果を反映しています。データ出典:REL/IDLHはNIOSH Pocket Guide、PELはOSHA Zテーブル。出荷に関わる重要な判断の前に、必ず最新の規制本文で確認してください。

Health & Fire Hazard

Acute Toxicology

LD₅₀ Oral (rat)
125–430 mg/kg (fluorosilicic acid); product ATE about 390–500 mg/kgAdjudicated
LD₅₀ Dermal (rabbit)
Product ATE (dermal) about 375–500 mg/kgAdjudicated
LC₅₀ Inhalation (rat, 4 h)
1.11 mg/L (fluorosilicic acid, 1 h); product ATE (mist) about 3.6–3.8 mg/LAdjudicated

急性毒性値はSDS第11項またはNIOSH RTECSによる。

Supplier Qualification Packet

One zipped download containing the TDS, SDS, latest lot COA (when available), and a fresh Letter of Continuing Guaranty for Hydrofluorosilicic Acid 23% (HFS). Every file included is SHA-256 hashed and listed in a manifest your QA team can audit.

Download audit packet

Applications

  • Fluoridation of public drinking water supplies (NSF/ANSI 60-certified, AWWA B703 water-treatment grade material)cdn-contenu.quebec.ca
  • Dosed to a water supply to reach about one part per million total fluoride for reduction of tooth decaycdn-contenu.quebec.ca
  • Fed undiluted into water with liquid-feeding devices and metering pumps in water treatment plantss3.amazonaws.com
  • Raw material for the production of silicofluoride saltss3.amazonaws.com
  • Used in the ceramic, brewing, paint and metallurgical industriess3.amazonaws.com
  • Used as the principal raw material in the production of silicofluoride salts.s3.amazonaws.com

Applications are drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation; each is sourced. Suitability for a specific use is the buyer's to confirm.

Storage & Handling

Recommended Storage
ポリエチレン製またはその他の耐酸性プラスチック製の密閉容器に保管すること(ガラスや金属製の容器は絶対に使用しないこと)。塩基、金属、酸化剤から離し、耐食性の二次保持容器を備えた換気の良い涼しい場所に保管すること。Adjudicated
Handling Precautions
Use full PPE including face shield, acid-resistant gloves and apron. Add acid to water slowly with stirring; never reverse. Ventilation required.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
Incompatibilities
金属(可燃性水素ガスを発生);ガラス、セラミックスおよび陶磁器(侵食される);塩基およびアルカリ(激しい反応);強酸化剤;濃酸(フッ化水素および四フッ化ケイ素を発生)。Adjudicated
Shelf Life
Consult Technical Services for product-specific shelf life

For full hazard, PPE, and emergency response guidance, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for this product. The SDS controls in all cases where guidance differs.

Packaging & Logistics

Shipping Description (US DOT)

UN1778, Fluorosilicic acid, 8, PG II

Sourced from 49 CFR 172.101. Confirm against shipping documents and carrier requirements before tender.

NMFC Class
60
Placard
Corrosive
容器等級
PG II

Revision History

Last reviewed 2026-07-17 by Andre Taki, Chief Commercial Officer, DOT Hazmat–certified (49 CFR 172.704).

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This Technical Data Sheet is provided for technical reference. The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) controls in all cases where guidance differs. Values reflect Alliance Chemical canonical data at time of generation; subsequent revisions are recorded in the Revision History above.