| Formula / Notation | BF3 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 7637-07-2 |
| Molecular Weight | 67.81 |
| Melting Point | -196.1 °F (EPA, 1998) |
| Boiling Point | -148 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Density | 1.6 (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | 106 % (in cold H2O) (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | Boron trifluoride is a colorless gas with a pungent odor. It is toxic by inhalation. It is soluble in water and slowly hydrolyzed by cold water to give off hydrofluoric acid, a corrosive material. ... |
| Also Known As | trifluoroborane; Trifluoroborane; Trifluoroboron; Borane, trifluoro-; 7637-07-2; Fluorure de bore; Boron fluoride (BF3); Anca 1040; 7JGD48PX8P; DTXSID7041677 |
| Category | Inorganic Compounds |
What is Boron trifluoride?
Boron trifluoride (BF3) is an inorganic compound that appears as Boron trifluoride is a colorless gas with a pungent odor. It is toxic by inhalation. It is soluble in water and slowly hydrolyzed by cold water to give off hydrofluoric acid, a corrosive material. .... It has a molecular weight of 67.81 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is trifluoroborane. Boiling point: -148 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024). Melting point: -196.1 °F (EPA, 1998).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: trifluoroborane
Other Names / Synonyms: trifluoroborane; Trifluoroborane; Trifluoroboron; Borane, trifluoro-; 7637-07-2; Fluorure de bore; Boron fluoride (BF3); Anca 1040; 7JGD48PX8P; DTXSID7041677
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -196.1 °F (EPA, 1998) |
| Boiling Point | -148 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Density | 1.6 (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 67.81 |
| Solubility | 106 % (in cold H2O) (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Appearance | Boron trifluoride is a colorless gas with a pungent odor. It is toxic by inhalation. It is soluble in water and slowly hydrolyzed by cold water to give off hydrofluoric acid, a corrosive material. ... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Boron trifluoride (BF3) is an inorganic compound that appears as Boron trifluoride is a colorless gas with a pungent odor. It is toxic by inhalation. It is soluble in water and slowly hydrolyzed by cold water to give off hydrofluoric acid, a corrosive material. .... It has a molecular weight of 67.81 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is trifluoroborane. Boiling point: -148 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024). Melting point: -196.1 °F (EPA, 1998).
Used in industrial processes, materials science, semiconductor manufacture, ceramics, or as a catalyst.
May be corrosive, toxic, or an oxidising agent. Handle in well-ventilated area. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Boron trifluoride is: BF3