Aluminum bromide, 99.997% (metals basis), Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Product Code	Brand	Quantity
11339379	Thermo Scientific Alfa Aesar 089065.06	5 g
11349379	Thermo Scientific Alfa Aesar 089065.14	25 g

Description

Aluminum Bromide, is used as a catalyst for the Friedel-Crafts alkylation reaction, and also for bromination and isomerization in organic synthesis.

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.

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 7727-15-3
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 266.69
• InChI Key: PQLAYKMGZDUDLQ-UHFFFAOYSA-K
• IUPAC Name: aluminium(3+) tribromide

• Molecular Formula: AlBr3
• MDL Number: MFCD00003421
• Synonym: Aluminum tribromide
• SMILES: [Al+3].[Br-].[Br-].[Br-]

Specifications

• Boiling Point: 265°C
• CAS: 7727-15-3
• Physical Form: Crystalline
• Molecular Formula: AlBr3
• Synonym: Aluminum tribromide
• InChI Key: PQLAYKMGZDUDLQ-UHFFFAOYSA-K
• IUPAC Name: aluminium(3+) tribromide
• Formula Weight: 266.71
• Sensitivity: Moisture sensitive
• Chemical Name or Material: Aluminum bromide

• Melting Point: 97.5°C
• Color: Orange to White
• Assay Percent Range: 99.997% (Metals basis)
• MDL Number: MFCD00003421
• Solubility Information: Soluble in benzene,alcohol,carbon disulfide,ether and toluene. Reacts with water.
• SMILES: [Al+3].[Br-].[Br-].[Br-]
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 266.69
• Odor: Pungent
• Density: 3.21 g/cm³

Safety and Handling

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.

P260-P264b-P270-P280-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P310-P330-P331-P363-P501c

H302-H314

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Recommended Storage : Ambient temperatures; Store under Nitrogen

Product Identifier

• Aluminum bromide

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Acute toxicity Category 4
• Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 B

Hazard Statement

• H302-Harmful if swallowed.
• H314-Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
• H318-Causes serious eye damage.
• EUH014-Reacts violently with water.

Precautionary Statement

• P260-Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
• P264-Wash face, hands and anyexposed skin thoroughly after handling.
• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
• P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
• P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Aluminum bromide

RUO – Research Use Only