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Hydrofluoric acid

Description:
Hydrofluoric acid (HF) is a colorless, fuming liquid that is highly corrosive and toxic. It is a weak acid, but it can cause severe burns and damage to tissues upon contact. HF is known for its ability to dissolve glass and is often used in industrial applications such as glass etching, metal cleaning, and the production of fluorine-containing compounds. The acid is a solution of hydrogen fluoride in water and exhibits a distinctive pungent odor. Due to its reactivity, it can form hydrogen bonds, which contributes to its unique properties. Hydrofluoric acid is also a significant source of fluoride ions, which can be harmful to biological systems. Safety precautions are critical when handling HF, as it can penetrate skin and cause systemic toxicity, including effects on the bones and teeth. Proper protective equipment and immediate medical attention are essential in case of exposure. Its handling and storage require strict adherence to safety protocols to mitigate the risks associated with this hazardous substance.
Formula:FH
InChI:InChI=1/FH/h1H/i/hD
InChI key:InChIKey=KRHYYFGTRYWZRS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:F
Synonyms:
  • (~2~H)hydrogen fluoride
  • Acide fluorhydrique
  • Acido fluoridrico
  • Alsurf 45
  • Anhydrous Hydrogen Fluoride
  • Anhydrous hydrofluoric acid
  • Antisal 2b
  • Ácido fluorhídrico
  • Fluorhydric acid
  • Fluoric Acid
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  • Hydrofluoric acid, Environmental Grade Plus, 47-51%
    Alfa Aesar By Thermo Fisher Scientific
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    Hydrofluoric acid, Environmental Grade Plus, 47-51%

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    This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Sci
    Formula:FH
    Color and Shape:Liquid, Clear colorless
    Molecular weight:20.01

    Ref: 02-038746

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  • Hydrofluoric Acid
    TRC
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    Hydrofluoric Acid

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    Applications Hydrofluoric Acid is a common chemical reagent used as a precursor to most pharmaceutical and high volume fluoride compounds as well as in the oil refinery process. Hydrofluoric acid causes skin burns if contact with skin.
    Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package
    References Yamashita M. et al.; Crit. Care. Med., 29, 1575 (2001); Stahl, K. et al.: Ind. Eng. Chem., 7, 56 (1915);

    Formula:FH
    Color and Shape:Neat
    Molecular weight:20.01

    Ref: TR-H942450

    1g
    96.00€
    5g
    115.00€
    10g
    180.00€