Antimony pentafluoride (SbF5) is a chemical compound characterized by its high reactivity and unique properties. It is a colorless, odorless solid at room temperature and is known for being a strong Lewis acid. Antimony pentafluoride is highly soluble in polar solvents and can form adducts with various Lewis bases, making it useful in organic synthesis and catalysis. The compound has a high melting point and is stable under anhydrous conditions, but it can hydrolyze in the presence of moisture, releasing hydrofluoric acid, which poses significant safety hazards. Its molecular structure features a central antimony atom surrounded by five fluorine atoms, leading to a trigonal bipyramidal geometry. Due to its strong electronegativity and ability to accept electron pairs, SbF5 is often employed in the preparation of fluorinated organic compounds and as a catalyst in various chemical reactions. However, handling this substance requires caution due to its corrosive nature and potential health risks associated with exposure to fluorine compounds.

Antimony pentafluoride

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CAS 7783-70-2: Antimony pentafluoride

Antimony(V) fluoride

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