FAQs
What is Aluminum Isopropoxide used for?
Aluminum Isopropoxide is a versatile Lewis acid catalyst and dehydrating agent widely used in organic synthesis and materials research. It is commonly applied in Meerwein–Ponndorf–Verley–Oppenauer reactions, sol-gel processing for alumina nanoparticle production, multimetallic oxide preparation, polymerization reactions, and lithium-ion battery electrode fabrication.
What is the purity and specification of this product?
This Aluminum Isopropoxide has an assay of at least 98 percent, supporting consistent laboratory and research performance. It has a molecular weight of 204.24 and is supplied as a solid. The specified purity helps ensure reliability in catalytic and synthetic applications.
What is the chemical identity of Aluminum Isopropoxide?
Aluminum Isopropoxide has the formula Al[OCH(CH₃)₂]₃ and a CAS number of 555-31-7. It is classified as a metal salt of an organic compound and is identified under UN3181 for shipping. The compound functions primarily as a catalyst and reagent in research settings.
Is Aluminum Isopropoxide suitable for battery and materials research?
Yes, Aluminum Isopropoxide is frequently used in materials science applications, including sol-gel synthesis of alumina and preparation of multimetallic oxides. It is also used in lithium-ion battery research, where controlled chemical reactivity supports advanced electrode fabrication processes.
How is this product supplied and handled?
Aluminum Isopropoxide is supplied in solid form in a 100 gram quantity. It is classified under UN3181 as a flammable metal salt of an organic compound. Users should follow proper laboratory handling procedures and review the Safety Data Sheet before use.
