Aluminum bromide, 98%

Description

CAS: 7727-15-3 | AlBr3 | 266.69 g/mol

Alkylation, bromination and isomerization catalyst in organic synthesis.Aluminum bromide acts as a strong Lewis acid and is used in Lewis acid-promoted reactions such as epoxide ring openings. It is used as a catalyst for Friedel-Crafts alkylation reaction. It also finds application in bromination and isomerization reactions in organic synthesis. It is also used in polymerization reaction to prepare poly(o-xylene)from benzocyclobutene.

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Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 7727-15-3
• Molecular Formula: AlBr3
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 266.69
• MDL Number: MFCD00003421
• InChI Key: PQLAYKMGZDUDLQ-UHFFFAOYSA-K
• Synonym: Aluminum tribromide
• IUPAC Name: aluminium(3+) tribromide
• SMILES: [Al+3].[Br-].[Br-].[Br-]

• Boiling Point: 265°C
• Melting Point: 97.5°C
• Color: Orange to White
• Physical Form: Crystalline
• Quantity: 100 g
• Assay Percent Range: 98%
• Solubility Information: Reacts with water violently,soluble in alcohol,carbon disulfide,ether.Slightly soluble in methanol,diethyl ether and acetone.
• Formula Weight: 266.71
• Odor: Pungent
• Sensitivity: Moisture sensitive
• Decomposition Information: Reacts with water violently
• Density: 3.21 g/cm³
• Chemical Name or Material: Aluminum bromide

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	H302-H314
Hazard Statement	Keep container dry. When using do not eat or drink. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Never add water to this product. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). This material and/or its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
Precautionary Statement	P260-P264b-P270-P280-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P310-P330-P331-P363-P501c
DOTInformation	DOT Class: 8, Packaging Group: II
EINECSNumber	231-779-7
RTECSNumber	BD0350000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures; Store under Nitrogen

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only