Fluorine is a toxic gas and should always be bound with another substance before use in food or other products. This can be a metal (such as tin) or a salt. Sodium fluoride (NaF) is an ionic compound between sodium and fluoride. It is easily soluble in water and breaks down into sodium and fluoride ions.
Fluoride
Definition: Fluoride is a general term for the negatively charged ion F⁻, as well as for compounds containing this ion.
Scope: It includes all salts, minerals, and chemicals where fluorine exists in the -1 oxidation state.
Examples: Sodium fluoride (NaF), potassium fluoride (KF), calcium fluoride (CaF₂), hydrogen fluoride (HF in aqueous form becomes HF/F⁻ mixture).
Sodium Fluoride (NaF)
Definition: Sodium fluoride is a specific inorganic compound consisting of sodium (Na⁺) and fluoride (F⁻) ions.
Formula: NaF
CAS Number: 7681-49-4
Form: Usually appears as a white crystalline solid or powder.
Applications:
Dental care (toothpaste, mouth rinses) to prevent tooth decay.
Water fluoridation in some regions.
Industrial uses such as metal surface treatment, glass etching, and insecticide manufacturing.
Click here to get a free sample
Why Purchase Sodium Fluoride (Cas:7681-49-4) from Gneebio?
Gneebio is a trusted manufacturer and supplier with over a decade of experience in the chemical industries. Our Sodium Fluoride (Cas:7681-49-4) is produced under strict ISO and GMP quality systems, ensuring high purity concentration in industrial applications. We offer:
- Competitive pricing backed by factory-direct supply;
- Global shipping with professional export documentation;
- Technical support from our in-house R&D team.
If you want to know more about Sodium Fluoride (Cas:7681-49-4) or are interested in purchasing it, you can send an email to info@gneebio.com. We will get back to you as soon as possible after you see the message.
