Magnesium silicofluoride

Magnesium silicofluoride

magnesium fluorosilicate; magnesium hexafluorosilicate

CAS 16949-65-8

Chemical Formula MgSiF6

Molecular Weight 166.38 g/mol

Magnesium silicofluoride, also known as magnesium hexafluorosilicate or magnesium fluorosilicate, is a chemical compound with the formula MgSiF6. It's a white solid. It's commonly used as an additive in concrete and cement for hardening and waterproofing. Additionally, it finds applications in surface treatments and as a preservative.  

Industrial Uses

1. Water Treatment

  • Water Fluoridation: Magnesium silicofluoride (MgSiF6) is one of the compounds used to add fluoride to drinking water, a process known as water fluoridation. Fluoridation helps prevent tooth decay by strengthening tooth enamel, particularly in children.

2. Construction

  • Concrete Waterproofing: Magnesium silicofluoride is also used as a concrete hardening agent and a waterproofing agent. It is been added to concrete mixes to improve their strength and reduce porosity, making them more resistant to water penetration.

3. Fabric Solutions

  • Mothproofing: Magnesium silicofluoride repels or reduces the feeding activity of carpet beetles and moths. It's a highly processed chemical compound with high-grade materials, making it effective as a repellent. It's used as a repellent or feeding depressant for carpet beetles and cloth moths. 
  • Waterproofing: It's used to treat fabrics, making them water-resistant. It can penetrate and seal porous materials, chemically reacting to form water-resistant layers and create hydrophobic surfaces, making it a versatile and effective waterproofing agent. 
  • Dye Fixation: This process involves using chemicals or methods to create a strong bond between the dye molecules and the fibers of the fabric, ensuring that the color does not fade or run during washing or wear

4. Performance Chemicals

  • Key material: Magnesium silicofluoride serve as a starting material for various chemical syntheses, particularly in reactions involving fluoride ions or for the production of other silicon-containing compounds. 
  • Precursor for cryolite: It is a key precursor in the production of synthetic cryolite (Na3AlF6), a crucial component in the Hall-Héroult process for aluminum extraction. 
  • Catalyst and intermediate: The compound finds use as a catalyst and intermediate in several chemical reactions.

5. Agrochemicals

  • Soil Stabilizer: Magnesium Silicofluoride can be used to improve soil structure, making it more stable and less prone to erosion, which can help protect plant roots and improve water retention. 
  • Active Substance Enhancer: In some formulations, it can help to stabilize and reduce the breakdown of active ingredients in agrochemicals, ensuring their effectiveness for a longer period.

6. Polymers & Resins

  • Coagulant: Magnesium silicofluoride is used in the rubber manufacturing industry as a coagulant in a process called creaming. It works by accelerating the separation of rubber particles and serum in latex, which is a milky liquid containing rubber, protein, and water.

Specifications

Assay 98%
Appearance White crystalline powder or granular solid
Odor Odorless
Boiling Point Decomposes before boiling
Melting Point 120°C
Density 1.788 g/cm3
Solubility Soluble in water; insoluble in ethanol
Viscosity Not applicable
Flash Point Not applicable

Hazard Symbols

Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards
Environmental Hazard

FAQs

1. What is the current price of Magnesium silicofluoride in India?
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2. Where can I buy Magnesium silicofluoride in India?
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3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Magnesium silicofluoride? 
Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Magnesium silicofluoride is designed to cater to both small-scale and large-scale needs. The MOQ depends on the packing size of the product which could range from 25 kg to 250kg.

4. How can I ensure the quality of Magnesium silicofluoride supplied by Multichem?
We adhere to stringent quality control processes to ensure that our products meet the highest standards of purity and effectiveness. They undergo rigorous testing and quality checks to guarantee that they comply with industry specifications. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) with every shipment to ensure transparency and quality assurance.