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Ammonium Fluoride
Ammonium Fluoride
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Product Overview
Ammonium Fluoride is a professional electroplating bath salt and metal-treatment compound supplied by QLQ for zipper, hardware and metal-finishing plants. Standard packing: 25KG/BAG. It is in regular supply for customers in Bangladesh, Pakistan, India and other markets, with export-standard packing and documentation.
Product Identity (Encyclopaedia Card)
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical name | Ammonium Fluoride |
| Chemical formula | NH4F |
| CAS number | 12125-01-8 |
| Appearance | White crystalline solid |
| Grade / type | Technical grade |
| Standard packing | 25 kg PP woven bag or kraft paper bag with PE inner liner; 25 kg fibre drum |
What it is and what it does. Ammonium fluoride is used in aluminium and zinc die-casting pretreatment, in the activation step before plating, and in etching formulations where a fluoride attack is needed.
- White crystals, soluble in water; it gives ammonium and fluoride ions in solution.
- Fluoride attacks glass and glazes and dissolves aluminium oxide, which is why it is used on aluminium parts.
- Never mix with strong acids: hydrogen fluoride vapour is released.
Typical Use in a Plating / Finishing Line
| Item | Typical guidance |
|---|---|
| Aluminium activation | 20-60 g/L with the pH adjusted as required |
| Zinc die-cast pretreatment | As specified by the process |
| Rinse | Two cold rinses after activation; fluoride carry-over destroys nickel baths |
Safety, Handling & Storage
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Hazard classification | Corrosive (GHS05) — causes severe skin burns and eye damage |
| Personal protective equipment | Face shield + chemical goggles, acid-resistant gloves (nitrile/PVC), rubber apron and boots; local exhaust ventilation |
| Spill / first aid | Neutralise carefully with sodium carbonate or lime, then collect with inert absorbent; never add water to the concentrate |
| Storage | Store in original HDPE/PP containers, upright, in a cool ventilated area away from alkalis, cyanides, oxidisers and metals; bunded floor recommended |
| Transport | Classified and packed according to IATA/IMDG for the hazard class; UN number and packing group stated on the shipping documents |
Quality Documents Shipped With Every Batch
| Document | Comment |
|---|---|
| COA (certificate of analysis) | Provided with the shipment; batch traceable to the production date |
| MSDS (safety data sheet) | Provided with the shipment; batch traceable to the production date |
| Packing list | Provided with the shipment; batch traceable to the production date |
| Commercial invoice | Provided with the shipment; batch traceable to the production date |
| Certificate of origin on request | Provided with the shipment; batch traceable to the production date |
Buyer Questions We Answer Every Week
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can it be replaced by ammonium bifluoride? | Sometimes; the choice depends on the free fluoride and pH the process needs and must be confirmed by trial. |
| How do I store it? | In sealed plastic containers, away from acids and away from glassware used for food. |
Key Advantages
- Industrial grade with low impurity profile - keeps plating baths clean and deposit quality high
- Consistent crystal/powder form dissolves quickly and completely at make-up temperature
- Stable composition batch-to-batch, reducing bath correction frequency
- Proven in zipper and hardware plating plants across Bangladesh, Pakistan and India
Main Features
- Industrial-grade purity for electroplating and surface-treatment use
- Low insoluble residue, clear bath solution
- Sealed moisture-proof export packing
- COA (Certificate of Analysis) and MSDS supplied with every shipment
Packing & Storage
- Packing: 25KG/BAG
- Storage: cool, dry, ventilated warehouse, sealed against moisture
Precautions
- Wear chemical-resistant gloves and safety goggles when handling
- Store sealed in a cool, dry, ventilated warehouse away from direct sunlight
- Keep away from incompatible materials; do not store with food or feed
- Refer to the MSDS before first use; keep out of reach of untrained staff
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can you provide COA and MSDS?
A: Yes - a Certificate of Analysis and Material Safety Data Sheet are provided with every shipment.
Q: What is the MOQ and lead time?
A: Flexible MOQ for trial orders; regular orders ship in 7-15 days after confirmation. Sea/air freight to Chittagong, Karachi, Mumbai and other ports is arranged regularly.
Q: Can you match my current bath formula?
A: QLQ engineers provide free process consultation - send your bath analysis or Hull-cell test results and we will recommend the right grade and dosage.
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Specifying Ammonium Fluoride for your line
Send the four details below and we confirm fit, packing and price the same working day.
- Application: which tank or process it serves.
- Dimensions or capacity: drawing preferred.
- Material: where it contacts chemicals or heat.
- Quantity: first order and expected annual use.
| What you send | What you get back |
|---|---|
| Part drawing or sample | Compatibility check and recommended settings |
| Output target per shift | Capacity, tank or rack count, manpower |
| Finish spec with tolerance | Control points and acceptance tests |
| Site conditions (power, water, space) | Layout proposal and utility requirements |
Buying questions we answer most
What is the minimum order quantity?
One carton or one unit for most items. Trial quantities are quoted separately from production volumes.
Can it be customised?
Dimensions, material and surface treatment can be adapted. Send a drawing or a sample and we confirm what changes and what stays standard.
What is the lead time?
Stock items ship within a week of confirmation; made-to-order items typically 20-35 days.
What documentation comes with the shipment?
Packing list, material certificate where applicable, and export documents prepared per destination.
Put Ammonium Fluoride into a process
- Process overview - how each stage connects
- Plating workshop - rack and barrel line layout
- Painting workshop - spray, cure and colour control
- Product overview - what else the line needs
