Ytterbium Fluoride, Ytterbium Trifluoride, 13760-80-0

📘 Ytterbium Fluoride (CAS 13760-80-0) – Chemical Documentation System

1. Identity Information

• Product name: Ytterbium Fluoride (Türkçe: Ytterbiyum Florür)

• CAS number: 13760-80-0

• Chemical formula / Molecular weight: YbF₃; 207.04 g/mol

• HS code: 2826.90 (inorganic fluorides)

2. Physical and Chemical Properties

• Appearance: White crystalline powder

• Purity: ≥ 99.99% (high‑purity grades available)

• Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in acids

• Density: ~6.9 g/cm³

• Melting point: ~1150 °C

3. Applications

• Industrial: Metallurgical flux, protective agent in high‑temperature processes

• Electronics/Optics: Optical ceramics, infrared optics, laser host materials

• Advanced materials: Rare‑earth fluoride component in specialty coatings and ceramics

4. Sectoral Compliance List

• Industry: REACH compliant, ISO standards applicable

• Electronics/Metallurgy: ASTM/IEC process standards depending on application

• Optics/Advanced materials: ISO optical material standards, purity requirements for IR optics and laser systems

5. Synonyms / Trade Names

• Ytterbium (III) fluoride

• Ytterbium trifluoride

• YbF₃

6. Packaging and Logistics

• Packaging formats: 50 g – 1 kg bottles (high purity), 25–50 kg drums

• Storage conditions: Cool, dry, moisture‑free environment

• Transport classification: Generally not hazardous; ADR/IMDG/IATA status must be verified via SDS

7. Safety and Regulations

• GHS classification: Irritant (dust hazard)

• H/P statements: Avoid inhalation of dust; rinse eyes with water in case of contact

• Regulatory compliance: REACH and KKDİK registration status must be confirmed with supplier

8. Meta and ERP Integration

• Meta description: Ytterbium fluoride (YbF₃) is a high‑purity rare‑earth fluoride used in optics, metallurgy, and advanced ceramics.

• Keywords: Ytterbium fluoride, YbF3, ytterbium trifluoride, rare earth fluoride, infrared optics, metallurgy

• Revision date: 30.11.2025

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