Appearance colorless solid crystals
very hygroscopic | ||
Cadmium tetrafluroborate or cadmium(II) tetrafluroborate is a chemical compound, with the formula Cd(BF4)2.
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Preparation
Cadmium tetrafluoroborate is prepared from the reaction between an aqueous solution of fluoroboric acid and cadmium carbonate or cadmium oxide.
Uses
Its primary uses are to prepare electroplating baths for high strength steels where normal cyanide baths cause problems of hydrogen embrittlement.
References
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