CAS 7783-68-8

Niobium pentafluoride

Description:

Niobium pentafluoride (NbF5) is an inorganic compound characterized by its high reactivity and volatility. It appears as a white to yellowish solid and is known for its strong Lewis acidity, making it a potent fluorinating agent. The compound is typically synthesized through the reaction of niobium oxide with hydrofluoric acid or by direct fluorination of niobium metal. Niobium pentafluoride is soluble in polar solvents and can form complexes with various ligands, which enhances its utility in coordination chemistry. It has applications in the production of niobium-containing materials and as a catalyst in organic synthesis. However, it is important to handle NbF5 with caution, as it is corrosive and can release toxic fumes upon contact with moisture, leading to the formation of hydrofluoric acid. Proper safety measures, including the use of personal protective equipment and working in a fume hood, are essential when working with this compound.

Formula: F₅Nb

InChI: InChI=1S/5FH.Nb/h5*1H;/q;;;;;+5/p-5

InChI key: InChIKey=AOLPZAHRYHXPLR-UHFFFAOYSA-I

SMILES: [Nb](F)(F)(F)(F)F

Synonyms:

• Niobium fluoride (NbF5), (TB-5-11)-
• Niobium fluoride (NbF₅)
• Niobium fluoride (NbF₅), (TB-5-11)-
• Niobium(+2) Cation Pentafluoride
• Niobium(5+) Pentafluoride
• Niobium(V) fluoride
• Niobium fluoride (NbF5)
• Niobium pentafluoride

Niobium(V) fluoride, 99%

CAS: 7783-68-8

Niobium(V) fluoride is used as a starting material to prepare other niobium compounds. It acts as an intermediate during the recovery of niobium metal. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information ma

Formula: F₅Nb

Purity: 99%

Molecular weight: 187.90

Ref: 02-087221

Niobium(V) fluoride, 99%

CAS: 7783-68-8

Niobium(V) fluoride, 99.5%

Formula: NbF₅

Purity: 99%

Color and Shape: white pwdr.

Molecular weight: 187.91

Ref: 08-93-4121

Niobium(V) fluoride

CAS: 7783-68-8

Niobium(V) fluoride

Formula: ·Nb·5F

Purity: 99%

Color and Shape: solid

Molecular weight: 187.89838g/mol

Ref: 54-PC5230

Niobium(V) fluoride

CAS: 7783-68-8

Formula: F₅Nb

Purity: 99.0%

Color and Shape: Solid, Colourless powder

Molecular weight: 187.89839

Ref: 10-F002851