Aluminium Chloride
- CAS Number
- 7446-70-0
- HSN Code
- 28273200
- Molecular Formula
- AlCl3
- Catalogue Number
- AL00054
- Purity
- ≥ 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 133.34 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Anhydrous aluminium chloride is a strong Lewis acid widely used as a catalyst in Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation reactions.
Also known as AlCl3, Aluminium trichloride.
- Catalogue No.
- AL00054
- CAS Number
- 7446-70-0
- Molecular Formula
- AlCl3
- Molecular Weight
- 133.34 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 28273200
- Grade
- 98% Anhydrous
- Product Form
- Substance
White to pale yellow crystalline powder, hygroscopic; fumes in moist air, pungent odor.
- Appearance
- White to pale yellow crystalline powder
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- 25 kg polyethylene bags
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place, away from moisture.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Aluminium Chloride
- Catalogue No.
- AL00054
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 7446-70-0
- EC Number
- 233-247-2
- Grade
- 98% Anhydrous
- EC Index Number
- 017-002-00-2
- Chemical Formula
- AlCl3
- HSN Code
- 28273200
- Synonyms
- AlCl3, Aluminium trichloride
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly in Friedel-Crafts reactions.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Corrosive to metals; reacts violently with water.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Aluminium Chloride
- CAS No.
- 7446-70-0
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- Wash with plenty of soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing and seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Irritation of respiratory tract, skin burns, eye damage.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Non-flammable, but may produce corrosive fumes in a fire.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and collect using appropriate protective equipment. Avoid moisture.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Use dry methods to clean up and dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a fume hood with appropriate PPE. Avoid moisture exposure.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry place, away from moisture.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection when handling in poorly ventilated areas.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White to pale yellow
- Odour
- Pungent
- Odour threshold
- No data available
- pH value
- No data available
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- No data available
- Melting point
- 192.5 °C
- Freezing point
- No data available
- Boiling point
- 180 °C (decomposes)
- Flash point
- No data available
- Auto-ignition temperature
- No data available
- Decomposition temperature
- No data available
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Non-flammable
- Vapour pressure
- 0.1 mmHg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- No data available
- Density
- 2.42 g/cm³
- Solubility
- Soluble in water, reacts violently with moisture
- Log Pow
- No data available
- Viscosity, kinematic
- No data available
- Viscosity, dynamic
- No data available
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- No data available
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Reacts with water to produce hydrochloric acid and aluminium hydroxide.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Water, strong bases, and oxidizing agents.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Not specified
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 (oral, rat) > 2000 mg/kg.
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Causes severe skin burns.
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Causes serious eye damage.
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not a skin sensitizer.
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- May cause respiratory irritation.
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 1726
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 1726
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 1726
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 1726
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 1726
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Aluminium Chloride, Anhydrous
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Aluminium Chloride, Anhydrous
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Aluminium Chloride, Anhydrous
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Aluminium Chloride, Anhydrous
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Aluminium Chloride, Anhydrous
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 8
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a Lewis acid catalyst in Friedel-Crafts reactions and other organic synthesis applications.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00054
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 133.34 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Description | A hygroscopic yellow crystals | A hygroscopic yellow crystals |
| Assay | (Min.) 98.0% | <0.05% |
| Iron (Fe) | <0.05% | 0.047% |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | <0.005% | 0.0004% |
| Sulphate (SO4) | <0.05% | <0.05% |
The above product complies with EP grade
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% Anhydrous | ≥ 98% | Melting point: 192.5 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | Soluble in water, reacts with moisture |
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