Synthetic cryolite is a cornerstone product in aluminium metallurgy, abrasive manufacturing, and ceramic processing. In aluminium smelting, it serves as the electrolyte bath medium. In abrasives, it acts as a grinding aid filler in resin-bonded wheels. Also used in enamel frits, glass opacification, and welding electrode coatings.


| Purity | 96–98% |
| Na₃AlF₆ Content | 97% min (typical) |
| Appearance | White powder/granules |
| Mesh | Various grades available |
| IUPAC Name | Sodium hexafluoroaluminate |
| Molecular Weight | 209.94 g/mol |
| Grades Available | Smelter-Grade / Welding-Flux Grade / Glass / Ceramic Grade |
| HS Code (Export) | 28261200 |
| SB Chemicals SKU | SBF-1067 |
Fluxes, bath additives, grain refiners for primary and secondary aluminium production
Etching, frosting, glazes, enamels, and opacification agents
Flux formulations for aluminium brazing, soldering, and welding electrode coatings
Grinding aids, filler materials, and refractory components
Independent verification of Synthetic Cryolite on third-party scientific databases:
Synthetic cryolite is supplied at Na/Al molar ratios of 1.5:1 to 2.85:1 (sub-stoichiometric to stoichiometric). Smelter-grade is sized to D50 ≈ 30 µm (free-flowing fine powder); welding-flux grade is sized to 100–200 µm granular. Custom Na/Al ratios and PSDs are made-to-order.
Smelter-grade cryolite assays F 52% min, Al 12.5–13.0%, Na 30–32%, with SiO₂ < 0.25%, Fe₂O₃ < 0.05%, P₂O₅ < 0.02%, and SO₄ < 0.5%. Bulk density is 0.85–1.05 g/cc. Each consignment is supplied with full XRF and wet-chemistry COA.
Cryolite is regulated under UN 3288, Class 6.1 PG III. We ship in 1000 kg FIBC jumbo bags or 25 kg laminated HDPE bags with full IMDG / ADR / DGR documentation.
Synthetic Cryolite is supplied in HDPE woven bags with inner LDPE liner (25 kg / 50 kg net), HDPE drums (25 / 50 / 250 kg), and FIBC jumbo bags (500 / 1000 kg) for solid grades. Liquid grades ship in HDPE-lined steel drums (250 kg) or 1000 L IBC totes. Custom packaging — including nitrogen-blanketed, moisture-tight, or food-grade containers — is available on request.
Standard MOQ is 1 metric tonne for solid grades and 200 kg for liquid grades; pilot quantities of 5–25 kg are available for R&D qualification. Stock items dispatch within 7–10 working days from confirmed PO. Made-to-order grades and large export consignments require 3–4 weeks. Indian deliveries by road typically reach 4–7 days; export FCL shipments depend on destination port.
Yes. A 16-section GHS-format SDS is dispatched with every shipment and is also available in advance from marketing@sbfluorochem.com. A batch-specific COA accompanies every consignment and is emailed before dispatch for goods-receipt verification. Test methods follow IS / ASTM / USP / IP / EP as applicable.
SB Chemicals exports to over 35 countries across South-East Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. We hold IEC, GST, and APEDA registrations. Shipments move CIF / FOB / CFR / FCA / EXW from Mundra, Nhava Sheva (JNPT), or Hazira ports. Letter of Credit (LC), TT, and DA terms are accepted subject to credit approval.
Yes. SB Chemicals operates an ISO 9001:2015 certified Quality Management System at the GIDC Vapi facility. Every batch undergoes raw-material testing, in-process control, and final QC release before despatch. Clients are welcome to schedule a third-party audit of the plant.