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Aluminum fluoride trihydrate, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Aluminum fluoride trihydrate is used as an additive for the production of aluminum by electrolysis. It is also used to inhibit fermentation and in the preparation of low index films. It serves as a flux ingredient for the removal of magnesium in the refining of aluminum scrap. Further, it is used in the manufacture of aluminum silicates, ceramics and glass. In addition, it acts as a catalyst for organic synthesis and filler in glass industry.
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 | 250°C (in -3H2O) |
Color | White |
Physical Form | Powder |
Quantity | 100 g |
Merck Index | 14,339 |
Solubility Information | Slightly soluble in water,acids and alkalis. Insoluble in alcohol and acetone. |
Formula Weight | 138.02 (83.98 Anhydrous) |
Percent Purity | 97% |
Odor | Odorless |
Density | 2.17 g/mL |
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Safety and Handling
- Aluminum fluoride trihydrate
- Warning
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P405-Store locked up.
- P501-Dispose of contents/container to .
RUO – Research Use Only