Aluminium isopropoxide
- CAS Number
- 555-31-7
- HSN Code
- 29051990
- Molecular Formula
- C9H21AlO3
- Catalogue Number
- AL0208
- Purity
- ≥ 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 204.24 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Aluminium isopropoxide is a metal alkoxide widely used as a catalyst in the Meerwein-Ponndorf-Verley reduction and as a precursor for alumina materials.
Also known as Aluminium isopropylate, Isopropanolato aluminium.
- Catalogue No.
- AL0208
- CAS Number
- 555-31-7
- Molecular Formula
- C9H21AlO3
- Molecular Weight
- 204.24 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29051990
- Grade
- 98%
- Product Form
- Substance
Boiling point: 135 °C @ 10 mm Hg; 131 °C @ 7.5 mm Hg; 125.5 °C @ 5.5 mm Hg; 113 °C @ 2.5 mm; Density: 1.025 @ 20 °C; Solubility: Soluble in ethanol, isopropanol, benzene, toluene, chloroform, carbon tetrachloride, petroleum hydrocarbons.
- Appearance
- White solid
- Shelf Life
- 12 months
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 gm plastic bottle
- Storage
- Extremely reactive with air, moisture and compounds containing active hydrogen and therefore must be kept under a blanket of inert gas.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Aluminium isopropoxide
- Catalogue No.
- AL0208
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 555-31-7
- EC Number
- 209-090-8
- Grade
- 98%
- EC Index Number
- 607-001-00-0
- Chemical Formula
- C9H21AlO3
- HSN Code
- 29051990
- Synonyms
- Aluminium isopropylate, Isopropanolato aluminium
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Catalyst and precursor for alumina materials
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Flam. Sol. 1
- Classification source
- CLP Annex VI via PubChem CID 11143
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Flammable
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H228: Flammable solid
- Precautionary statements
- P210, P240, P241, P280, P370+P378
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Moisture-sensitive, flammable solid
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Aluminium isopropoxide
- CAS No.
- 555-31-7
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory tract; potential for burns on contact with moisture.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Flammable; may produce toxic fumes in a fire.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and eliminate all ignition sources. Use appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible absorbent material. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Handle under inert gas. Avoid moisture and ignition sources. Use gloves and goggles.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Extremely reactive with air, moisture and compounds containing active hydrogen and therefore must be kept under a blanket of inert gas.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if dust or vapors are generated.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White
- Odour
- Slight alcohol-like
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- Not available
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- 135 °C @ 10 mm Hg; 131 °C @ 7.5 mm Hg; 125.5 °C @ 5.5 mm Hg; 113 °C @ 2.5 mm
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not available
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Flammable solid
- Vapour pressure
- Not available
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not available
- Density
- 1.025 @ 20 °C
- Solubility
- Soluble in ethanol, isopropanol, benzene, toluene, chloroform, carbon tetrachloride, petroleum hydrocarbons.
- Log Pow
- Not available
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not applicable
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Reacts with moisture and water, releasing isopropanol.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Low melting solids or colorless, volatile liquids.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Water, strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 11300 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- 3181
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 3181
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 3181
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 3181
- UN-No. (RID)
- 3181
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Aluminium isopropoxide
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Aluminium isopropoxide
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Aluminium isopropoxide
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Aluminium isopropoxide
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Aluminium isopropoxide
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 4.1
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a catalyst for Meerwein-Ponndorf-Verley/Oppenauer reactions and as a sol-gel precursor for alumina ceramics.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00061
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 204.24 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 98% | 98.5% |
| Moisture content | ≤ 1% | 0.5% |
| Residue on ignition | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Related substances | None detected | None detected |
The above product is expected to comply with 98% grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | ≥ 98% | b.p. 135 °C @ 10 mm Hg; 131 °C @ 7.5 mm Hg; 125.5 °C @ 5.5 mm Hg; 113 °C @ 2.5 mm | ≤ 1% | ≤ 0.5% | None detected | Soluble in ethanol, isopropanol, benzene, toluene, chloroform, carbon tetrachloride, petroleum hydrocarbons. |
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