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Aluminium chloride anhydrous
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Aluminium chloride anhydrous is a highly reactive inorganic compound used as a catalyst in Friedel-Crafts reactions and other organic syntheses. It also serves as a catalyst in petroleum cracking and in making rubbers and lubricants, and as an intermediate for producing other aluminium compounds. It is a white to pale yellow solid, hygroscopic, and must be handled under dry conditions. CAS: 7446-70-0, Molecular formula: AlCl3, Molecular weight: 133.34 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Aluminium chloride anhydrous from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Pale yellow crystalline powder |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≥79% |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
| Water insoluble matter | ≤0.1% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤100ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤20ppm |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤10ppm |
| Nickel (Ni) | ≤20ppm |
| Zinc (Zn) | ≤30ppm |
| Chromium (Cr) | ≤10ppm |
| Aluminium (Al) | ≥20% |
| Free Aluminium | ≤150ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White, hexagonal crystals or powder |
| Odour | Strong odor of hydrogen chloride |
| Melting Point | 192.6 °C |
| Boiling Point | 182.7 °C at 752 mmHg (Sublimation temperature) |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in benzene, carbon tetrachloride, chloroform |
| Vapour Pressure | 1 mmHg at 100 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 24012 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 53253597 |
| CAS Number | 7446-70-0 |
| IUPAC Name | trichloroalumane |
| EC Number | 231-208-1 |
| Molecular Formula | AlCl3 |
| Molecular Weight | 133.34 |
| Exact Mass | 131.8881 |
| SMILES | [Al](Cl)(Cl)Cl |
| InChIKey | VSCWAEJMTAWNJL-UHFFFAOYSA-K |
| InChI | InChI=1S/Al.3ClH/h;3*1H/q+3;;;/p-3 |
| PubChem CID | 24012 |
| UN Number | UN1726 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28273200 |
| Tariff Code | 2827320000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- EUH014 Reacts violently with water
- EUH029 Contact with water liberates toxic gas
- EUH071 Corrosive to the respiratory tract
- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Aluminium chloride
- Aluminium trichloride
- Aluminiumchlorid
- ALUMINUM CHLORIDE
- Aluminum chloride anhydrous
- Aluminum trichloride
- Pearsall
- TK Flock
- trichloroalumane
- Trichloroaluminum
Frequently asked questions
What is aluminium chloride anhydrous used for?
It is primarily used as a catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly in Friedel-Crafts reactions, and in the production of aluminum metal.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of aluminium chloride anhydrous?
The formula is AlCl3 and the molecular weight is 133.34 g/mol.
How should aluminium chloride anhydrous be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of aluminium chloride anhydrous is available?
Molekula supplies aluminium chloride anhydrous in reagent grade.
Can Molekula supply aluminium chloride anhydrous in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply aluminium chloride anhydrous in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with an order of aluminium chloride anhydrous?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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