Aluminum fluoride, anhydrous, 99.5%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

For vacuum deposition

Aluminum fluoride (AlF3) is an inorganic compound used primarily in the production of aluminum. It is also used to inhibit fermentation. It is a sputtering target for preparation of low index films. In ceramics, as flux in metallurgy, in aluminum manufacture, as inhibitor of fermentation, as catalyst in organic reactions.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

• Melting Point: 1291°C (sublimation)
• Physical Form: Sintered Lump
• Quantity: 25 g
• Merck Index: 14,339
• Solubility Information: Sparingly soluble in acids and alkalies. Insoluble in Acetone.
• Formula Weight: 83.98
• Percent Purity: 99.5%
• Sensitivity: Hygroscopic
• Density: 2.882 g/mL
• Chemical Name or Material: Aluminum fluoride, Anhydrous

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	Danger
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement H318-H302-H335-H315 Causes serious eye damage. Harmful if swallowed. May cause respiratory irritation. Causes skin irritation.
Precautionary Statement	GHS P Statement P261-P280-P305+P351+P338-P304+P340-P405-P501a Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
EINECSNumber	232-051-1
RTECSNumber	BD0725000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures; Store under Nitrogen

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only