| Name | Bismuth pentafluoride |
| Synonyms | BiF5 pentafluorobismuth BISMUTH(V) FLUORIDE Bismuth pentafluoride Bismuthfluoride(BiF5) BISMUTH PENTAFLUORIDE |
| CAS | 7787-62-4 |
| EINECS | 232-125-3 |
| Molecular Formula | BiF5 |
| Molar Mass | 303.97 |
| Density | 5.40g/mL(lit.) |
| Melting Point | 550°C (subl.) |
| Boling Point | 550°C |
| Water Solubility | violent reaction with H2O to form BiF3 and ozone [MER06] |
| Appearance | Morphological white tetragonal needles |
| Risk Codes | R8 - Contact with combustible material may cause fire R34 - Causes burns |
| Safety Description | S17 - Keep away from combustible material. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S27 - Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. |
| UN IDs | UN 3084 8/PG 1 |
| WGK Germany | 3 |
| HS Code | 28261990 |
| Hazard Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Downstream Products | Sulfur hexafluoride BROMINE TRIFLUORIDE |
| category | toxic substances |
| explosive hazard characteristics | The reaction with water is fierce above 50 ℃; the reaction between room temperature and acid is fierce, releasing heat and ozone; there is a danger of explosion |
| flammability hazard characteristics | When exposed to water, it produces highly toxic and corrosive hydrogen fluoride gas; it can ignite spontaneously; it is heated to decompose highly toxic fluoride smoke; |
| storage and transportation characteristics | The warehouse is ventilated and dry at low temperature; it is stored and transported separately from water, acids, and food |
| fire extinguishing agent | carbon dioxide, sand |
| Hazard Note | Corrosive |