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Aluminium fluoride trihydrate
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Aluminium fluoride trihydrate is a hydrated inorganic compound used in aluminium smelting, as a flux in metallurgy, and in the production of fluorine-containing chemicals. It appears as a white crystalline solid and is stable under ambient storage conditions. CAS: 15098-87-0, Molecular Formula: AlF3•3H2O, Molecular Weight: 138.02 g/mol, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies Aluminium fluoride trihydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £38.90 per pack ex VAT · £46.68 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤0.005% |
| Assay | ≥98.5% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.005% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.02% |
| Silicates | ≤0.2% |
| Chloride (Cl) | ≤0.005% |
| Alkali and alkaline metals | ≤0.4% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | Not regulated |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 21527575 |
| CAS Number | 15098-87-0 |
| IUPAC Name | aluminum;trifluoride;trihydrate |
| EC Number | 627-042-8 |
| Molecular Formula | AlF3·3H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 138.02 |
| Exact Mass | 138.0084 |
| SMILES | O.O.O.[F-].[F-].[F-].[Al+3] |
| InChIKey | BKLZIAYVINRQEJ-UHFFFAOYSA-K |
| InChI | InChI=1S/Al.3FH.3H2O/h;3*1H;3*1H2/q+3;;;;;;/p-3 |
| PubChem CID | 22002992 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2826.12.0000 |
| Tariff Code | 2826120000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse continuously 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
- AlF3.3H2O
- AlF3O3
- Aluminium fluoride hydrate (1:3:3)
- Aluminium fluoride--water (1/3/3)
- aluminium trifluoride trihydrate
- aluminum;trifluoride;trihydrate
- fluoride, fluoride, aluminum salt, hydrate, hydrate, hydrate, fluoride
Frequently asked questions
What is aluminium fluoride trihydrate used for?
It is primarily used as a flux in aluminum production and as a reagent in the synthesis of other fluorides.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of aluminium fluoride trihydrate?
The formula is AlF3•3H2O with a molecular weight of 138.02 g/mol.
How should aluminium fluoride trihydrate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area.
What grade is available for aluminium fluoride trihydrate?
It is available in technical grade; custom grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply aluminium fluoride trihydrate in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of aluminium fluoride trihydrate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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