Sodium Fluoride – 500 gram Packs

Sodium Fluoride is a laboratory catalog product associated with inorganic fluoride salt and scientific work involving fluoride ion analysis and ionic equilibria. Its ionic composition supplies fluoride ions for defined aqueous chemistry and selected precipitation reactions. The exact chemical identification is important for interpreting stoichiometry, test outcomes, solubility and reagent compatibility. Teaching laboratories and analytical research groups may use appropriately selected materials for established investigations, but the actual experimental purpose must match the supplied composition and grade. In particular, controlled work with this product can illustrate characteristic inorganic or solution chemistry while strengthening an understanding of reaction mechanisms and analytical observations. It should not be treated as universally suitable for classroom or quantitative procedures. Personnel must consider the substance-specific hazards, proper protective equipment, incompatible reagents and regulated disposal before using this material. Where the product name does not establish hydration, composition or a unique identity, confirm these details from its original supplier documentation before use.

Product Specifications

Specification	Details
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Assay	99%
Chemical Name	Sodium fluoride
Alternate Names	Sodium monofluoride
Molecular Formula	NaF
Empirical Formula	NaF
CAS Number	7681-49-4
Molecular Weight	41.99 g/mol
Grade	LR Laboratory Reagent

Key Features of Sodium Fluoride

• Sodium fluoride is associated with the inorganic fluoride salt category.
• Relevant chemical behaviour includes its ionic composition supplies fluoride ions for defined aqueous chemistry and selected precipitation reactions.
• Offers a scientific context for studying fluoride ion analysis and ionic equilibria.
• Correct grade, form and composition must be matched to each validated procedure.
• Use requires chemical-specific safety controls and appropriately trained laboratory personnel.

Laboratory Applications of Sodium Fluoride

• Fluoride-ion analytical methods using an approved procedure and appropriate safety controls.
• Metal-fluoride complexation studies using an approved procedure and appropriate safety controls.
• Fluoride precipitation equilibria using an approved procedure and appropriate safety controls.
• Electrolyte preparation for instrumental studies using an approved procedure and appropriate safety controls.
• Inorganic halide comparisons using an approved procedure and appropriate safety controls.

Why Choose Lab Wale to Buy Sodium Fluoride

Lab Wale lists Sodium Fluoride for schools, colleges, universities, research centres and professional laboratory buyers. Product identification, listed grade, pack size and applicable safety details help purchasing teams select materials for defined scientific tasks. Check the exact substance, hydration state or mixture composition before purchasing, particularly where several commercial variants have similar names. Suitability for a particular test depends on the actual supplied specifications, method requirements and your institution’s laboratory safety arrangements. Lab Wale offers a sourcing reference without implying guaranteed experimental outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sodium Fluoride

What are the main laboratory uses of Sodium Fluoride?

This material is associated with fluoride ion analysis and ionic equilibria. Typical contexts include fluoride-ion analytical methods and metal-fluoride complexation studies. Each use requires an appropriate method, confirmed identity and suitable handling controls; restricted or highly reactive substances should not be used in unsupervised student exercises.

What formula and molecular weight apply to Sodium Fluoride?

The applicable formula entry is NaF, with a formula-mass entry of 41.99. Some product names cover hydrated, commercial or mixed forms, so a theoretical formula does not necessarily describe the supplied material. Check the container label and relevant supplier documents before using these figures in calculations.

What CAS number identifies Sodium Fluoride?

The identifier information for this listing is 7681-49-4. This refers to the stated chemical basis where indicated; the actual product may require a different hydrate or composition identifier. Never substitute the CAS of a related compound solely because its trade name appears similar.

Is Sodium Fluoride suitable for college and research laboratories?

This reagent may support selected supervised analytical or research procedures where its form, grade and risks have been evaluated. It is not automatically appropriate for every method or for ordinary school practicals. The institution should establish controls based on the current safety data and procedure.

How should Sodium Fluoride be stored and handled?

Use a clearly labelled compatible container and follow the supplied Safety Data Sheet for exposure controls, incompatibilities, ventilation and spill response. Some salts are oxidizers, corrosive or moisture sensitive, and sodium metal requires specialist water-reactive handling. Collect residues through the institutional hazardous-waste procedure.

Storage Conditions for Sodium Fluoride

Store sealed, dry and clearly labelled, separated from incompatible acids and in restricted chemical storage. Confirm any additional moisture, light and chemical segregation requirements from the product-specific documentation before storing a new lot.

Precautions for Handling Sodium Fluoride

Sodium fluoride is toxic if swallowed and exposure should be strictly controlled. Avoid dust inhalation and skin or eye contact; wear protective equipment and use appropriate laboratory ventilation. Review the current Safety Data Sheet, use suitable protective gloves and eye protection, and apply approved spill response and waste segregation procedures. Restrict handling to trained laboratory personnel and avoid environmental release.