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Fluoroboric acid

Fluoroboric acid

CAS Number: 16872-11-0

Molecular Formula: BF4H

Tetrafluoroboric acidFluoroboric acid (BF4H)

About Fluoroboric acid

Fluoroboric acid, valued at approximately USD 2.57 billion in 2025 and projected to reach USD 3.2 billion by 2032 with a 3.1% CAGR, is a vital component in the American high-purity chemical sector. As a critical electrolyte in precision electroplating baths, it enables the deposition of tin, lead, and precious metal al...

Fluoroboric acid Specifications

CAS Number
16872-11-0
Molecular Formula
BF4H
IUPAC Name
hydrogen tetrafluoroboranuide or tetrafluoroboric acid
Canonical SMILES
FB-(F)F.[H+] or [H+].FB-(F)F or [H+].[B-](F)(F)(F)F
InChI Key
ODGCEQLVLXJUCC-UHFFFAOYSA-O
InChI
1S/BF4/c2-1(3,4)5/q-1/p+1
EINECS Number
240-898-3
MDL Number
MFCD00011345
UNSPSC Code
12352106

Electroplating Agent

A crucial component in electroplating baths for depositing metals such as lead, tin, copper, silver, and nickel to ensure high-quality finishes and improved adhesion

Metal Surface Treatment

An effective etching agent and cleaner used for oxide removal, metal surface cleaning, and the electrolytic brightening of aluminum

Chemical Intermediate

A precursor used in the manufacturing of fluoroborate salts, stabilized diazo salts, and organofluorine compounds

Catalyst

A strong acid catalyst employed in organic synthesis for hydration, alkylation, polymerization, and esterification reactions

Soldering Flux

A fluxing agent used in soldering and brazing applications to remove oxide layers and ensure proper metal bonding

Battery Electrolyte

A conductive electrolyte used in batteries, including lithium-ion systems, to enhance performance

Semiconductor Etching

An etching agent used for the precise microfabrication of electronic components on silicon wafers

Fluoroboric acid FAQs

Minimum Order Quantity

25 kg (evaluation) · 1 MT (commercial)

Lead Time

3 – 5 weeks estimated

Delivery Terms

FOB*

Packaging

20 L pails, 200 L HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC

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