Cadmium Fluoride- 1 Kg Packs

Cadmium Fluoride is an inorganic metal fluoride with the chemical formula CdF₂. It is a crystalline cadmium compound used in specialized inorganic chemistry, solid-state research, and investigations involving metal fluorides and cadmium-containing materials. The compound has a high melting point and exhibits ionic bonding characteristics relevant to studies of crystal structure, thermal behaviour, and inorganic material properties. Cadmium fluoride may be used in selected research procedures involving fluoride chemistry and the preparation or characterization of specialized materials when its composition meets the method requirements. This 1 kg pack is intended for controlled laboratory and research applications that specifically require cadmium fluoride. Cadmium compounds are highly hazardous and can cause serious health effects, while fluoride compounds also require careful exposure control. Handling must be restricted to trained personnel using suitable containment, appropriate personal protective equipment, and approved procedures for hazardous chemical storage and waste disposal.

Product Specifications

Specification	Details
Appearance	White powder
Assay	99%
Chemical Name	Cadmium Fluoride
Alternate Names	Cadmium Difluoride, Cadmium(II) Fluoride
Molecular Formula	CdF₂
Empirical Formula	CdF₂
CAS Number	7790-79-6
Molecular Weight	150.41 g/mol
Grade	LR Laboratory Reagent

Key Features of Cadmium Fluoride

• Inorganic metal fluoride with the chemical formula CdF₂ and a formula mass of approximately 150.41 g/mol.
• White crystalline solid with a high melting point and characteristic ionic solid-state structure.
• Exhibits limited to moderate water solubility, making its dissolution behaviour relevant to specialized inorganic investigations.
• Can be used in controlled research involving metal fluorides, crystal structures, and cadmium-containing materials.
• Supplied in a 1 kg pack for specialized laboratory and research applications requiring cadmium fluoride.

Laboratory Applications of Cadmium Fluoride

• Solid-state chemistry investigations examining the structure and properties of inorganic metal fluorides.
• Materials research involving the preparation and characterization of cadmium-containing inorganic compounds.
• Specialized inorganic synthesis procedures in which cadmium fluoride is specified as a starting material.
• Studies of the physical and chemical properties of metal fluorides under controlled laboratory conditions.
• Research involving optical or other functional materials where cadmium fluoride is specifically required and the relevant method and safety controls are established.

Why Choose Lab Wale to Buy Cadmium Fluoride

Lab Wale offers a sourcing option for laboratory chemicals and scientific supplies used by universities, research centres, materials laboratories, and qualified research professionals. When purchasing Cadmium Fluoride, review the chemical identity, stated grade, pack size, and available technical and safety information to confirm suitability for the intended procedure. Because cadmium fluoride presents serious health and environmental hazards, laboratories should ensure appropriate containment, trained personnel, secure storage, and authorized hazardous-waste arrangements before procurement and use.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cadmium Fluoride

What is cadmium fluoride used for in laboratories?

Cadmium fluoride is used in specialized inorganic chemistry, solid-state research, and the investigation of cadmium-containing materials. Its physical properties can be relevant to selected crystal-structure and materials-characterization studies. The appropriate application depends on the exact research method and the laboratory’s ability to control exposure safely.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of cadmium fluoride?

Cadmium fluoride has the molecular formula CdF₂ and an empirical formula of CdF₂. Its molecular weight is approximately 150.41 g/mol. Each formula unit contains one cadmium atom and two fluorine atoms.

What is the CAS number of cadmium fluoride?

The CAS Registry Number for cadmium fluoride is 7790-79-6. This identifier corresponds to the compound CdF₂ and should be used to distinguish it from other cadmium salts and fluoride compounds in laboratory inventory and chemical purchasing records.

Is cadmium fluoride soluble in water?

Cadmium fluoride has limited to moderate solubility in water, with reported values varying according to the reference and experimental conditions. Its dissolution behaviour should be considered when preparing solutions or designing experiments. Any resulting cadmium-containing solution must be managed as hazardous chemical waste.

How should cadmium fluoride be stored and handled safely?

Store cadmium fluoride in a tightly closed, clearly labelled, compatible container in a secure, dry location. Avoid generating or inhaling dust and prevent skin or eye contact. Use suitable containment and protective equipment, and arrange authorized disposal of all cadmium-containing residues without releasing them into drains or the environment.

Storage Conditions for Cadmium Fluoride

Store cadmium fluoride in its original, tightly closed, clearly labelled container in a secure, dry, well-ventilated chemical storage area. Protect it from contamination and prevent dust release during storage and dispensing. Segregate it from incompatible substances identified in the applicable Safety Data Sheet. Maintain appropriate secondary containment and restrict access to authorized personnel to prevent accidental exposure or environmental release.

Precautions for Handling Cadmium Fluoride

Review the current Safety Data Sheet and complete a chemical risk assessment before use. Cadmium fluoride presents severe inhalation and systemic toxicity hazards and may pose carcinogenic, mutagenic, and reproductive risks. Handle it only with appropriate containment and effective ventilation, using suitable chemical-resistant gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection. Avoid all dust exposure, prevent environmental release, and collect contaminated materials as hazardous cadmium-containing waste according to institutional procedures and applicable regulations.