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Fumed silica

Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.

Molecular structure for Fumed silica

Chemical identity

English nameFumed silica
English synonymsPyrogenic silica;Silica, fumed;Aerosil
Chinese name气相二氧化硅
Chinese synonyms气相法二氧化硅;气相法白炭黑;无定形二氧化硅;硅酐
Chemical categoryAdditives
CAS No.112945-52-5
EINECS No.231-545-4
Molecular formulaSiO2
Molecular weight60.08
PubChem structure images are reference depictions, not proof of composition, purity, grade, or regulatory status. Mixtures and polymers may not have a single representative structure.

Technical indicators

SiO2 content ≥99.8%; specific surface area (BET) according to grade (e.g. 150–400 m²/g); water ≤2.5%; pH (4% aqueous suspension) 3.7–4.7; loss on ignition ≤2.0%

Performance characteristics

White amorphous nano-powder, high specific surface area, surface silanol groups

Application scenarios

Silicone rubber reinforcing agent, coating thickening thixotrope, adhesives, composites, cosmetics