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Aluminum Fluoride, Anhydrous, 99.5% (metals basis)
Description
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
Specifications
| Melting Point | 1291°C (sublimation) |
| Physical Form | Sintered Lump |
| Quantity | 5 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 |
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