Zinc Silicofluoride (CAS 16871-71-9)
City Chemical LLC manufactures and supplies high-purity Zinc Silicofluoride (CAS 16871-71-9), engineered as a consistent white to off-white crystalline powder. As an established U.S. specialty chemical supplier, we provide dependable chemical formulations optimized for demanding commercial applications.
Our Zinc Silicofluoride—also known as Zinc Hexafluorosilicate—is heavily utilized as a high-performance concrete hardener and waterproofing agent, a plastic manufacturing additive, and an essential component in structural ceramic and glass glazing formulations. Whether sourcing for large-scale construction manufacturing or niche laboratory trials, City Chemical LLC delivers precise chemical specifications matching your workflow.
Zinc Silicofluoride Chemical Properties & Specifications
| Property / Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Zinc Silicofluoride / Zinc Hexafluorosilicate |
| CAS Number | 16871-71-9 |
| Molecular Formula | ZnSiF₆·6H₂O |
| Molecular Weight | 315.56 g/mol |
| Purity | 99+% |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline |
| Water Solubility | Readily soluble |
Commercial Applications & Industrial Uses
Zinc Silicofluoride is an invaluable inorganic compound specified across heavy industry due to its specific structural and catalytic attributes:
- Concrete Hardening & Densifying:Functions as a fast-acting structural accelerator and hardener for industrial concrete mixtures, providing excellent surface density and long-term waterproofing.
- Masonry Maintenance & Surface Wash:Used in professional formulation mixes to deep-clean, treat, and preserve building stones, bricks, and masonry installations.
- Ceramic and Glass Glazes:Serves as a vital fluxing and glazing additive within specialized glass and structural ceramic manufacturing processes.
- Plastics & Textile Chemistry:Utilized as a protective additive for custom plastic polymers and as a legacy treatment chemical for specialty industrial textiles.
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City Chemical LLC eliminates procurement waste by helping your engineers select the precise volumes required for production. We provide custom, UN-certified hazardous material packaging scaled directly to your project scope—from precise lab-scale volumes to multi-ton industrial container orders.
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Operating with more than 100 years of combined chemical manufacturing history, City Chemical LLC supports domestic supply chain resilience and reshoring. As a privately held, woman-owned chemical manufacturer based in West Haven, Connecticut, we specialize in managing rare and hard-to-find chemical compounds that other suppliers cannot fulfill.
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