| Name | CERIUM FLUORIDE |
| Synonyms | CERIUM FLUORIDE cerium(3+) trifluoride hydrate |
| CAS | 7758-88-5 |
| EINECS | 231-841-3 |
| InChI | InChI=1/Ce.3FH.H2O/h;3*1H;1H2/q+3;;;;/p-3 |
| Molecular Formula | CeF3 |
| Molar Mass | 197.11 |
| Density | 6.16 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Melting Point | 1640℃ |
| Boling Point | 2300 °C |
| Flash Point | 2300°C |
| Water Solubility | Practically insoluble in, but slowly hydrolyzed by water |
| Appearance | Form Powder, color white to off-white |
| Storage Condition | RT, inert gas storage |
| Stability | hygroscopic |
| MDL | MFCD00010932 |
| Use | Used as high-purity chemicals |
| Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant![]() |
| Risk Codes | R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
| Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection |
| WGK Germany | 2 |
| RTECS | FK6125000 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| HS Code | 28461000 |
| Downstream Products | CERIUM(IV) FLUORIDE |
| production method |
Evaporate CeO2 and excess hydrofluoric acid to dryness in a platinum dish. |
| category | toxic substances |
| toxicity classification | low toxicity |
| acute toxicity | oral-rat LD50: > 5000 mg/kg |
| flammability hazard characteristics | Thermal decomposition emits toxic fluoride smoke |
| storage and transportation characteristics | low temperature ventilation and drying of warehouse |
| fire extinguishing agent | water |
| occupational standards | TWA 2.5 mg (fluorine)/m3 |
| Hazard Note | Irritant |
| solubility | Soluble in strong mineral acids. |
| Specific gravity | 6.16 |
| sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
| Merck | 14,1998 |
| Ksp precipitation equilibrium constant | pKsp: 15.1 |
| NIST chemical information | Cerium trifluoride(7758-88-5) |
| EPA chemical information | Cerium fluoride (CeF3) (7758-88-5) |