Potassium Cryolite (K3AIF6)
is used for the production of welding agents, blasting and pyrotechnics and for the production of abrasives.
Potassium Cryolite is used in the the following applications:
- Production of abrasives: as active filler in resin-bonded abrasives for metal treatment.
- Blasting and pyrotechnics: for fireworks.
- Production of welding agents: as components in coatings of welding rods and welding powders.
| CAS number | Synonyms |
|---|---|
60996-20-5 | K3AIF6;Tripotassium Hexafluoroaluminate |
Markets
| Segments | Applications | End uses |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Treatment | Metal Treatment | |
| Surface Treatment | Metal Treatment | Metal Treatment |
Chemical categories
| Chemical category | Chemical family | Chemical product |
|---|---|---|
| Fluorinated chemicals & fluids | Fluorinated minerals | Potassium Cryolite |
Region of availability
- Not available in Africa & Middle East
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- Latin America
- North America