Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Sodium Hexafluorosilicate (CAS: 16893-85-9)?
Answer
Sodium hexafluorosilicate is widely used in pharmaceuticals for its antimicrobial properties, in dentistry as a component of fluoride varnishes, and in research for its use in fluoride ion indicators and in the synthesis of other compounds. It is also utilized in the production of glass and ceramics.
About
CAS No
16893-85-9
English Name
Sodium Hexafluorosilicate
Molecular Formula
F6Na2Si
Molecular Weight
188.06 g/mol
SMILES
F[Si-2](F)(F)(F)(F)F.[Na+].[Na+]
InChIKey
TWGUZEUZLCYTCG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-29 23:06