Triethylaluminum CAS No.97-93-8
Pharmaceutical Materials 2025-03-20
CAS No.97-93-8
Name
Triethyl aluminium
Synonyms
TRIETHYLALUMINUM
Triethylaluminum
TRIETHYLALUMINIUM
Triethyl aluminium
aluminum triethanide
Triethylaluminium, 0.6M solution in heptane
Triethylaluminium, 1.3M solution in heptane
Triethylaluminium1.3M solution in heptaneAcroSeal§3
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Triethylaluminum |
| CAS Number | 97-93-8 |
| Synonyms | Triethylaluminium; TEAL |
| Molecular Formula | C6H15Al |
| Molecular Weight | 114.17 g/mol |
| Chemical Structure | An aluminum atom bonded to three ethyl groups |
| Appearance | Colorless liquid with a distinct odor |
| Melting Point | -50°C |
| Boiling Point | 128-130°C (at 50 mmHg) |
| Density | 0.85 g/mL at 20°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.48 at 6.5°C |
| Flash Point | -17.8°C (closed cup) |
| Solubility | Soluble in organic solvents such as benzene, toluene, and gasoline; reacts vigorously with water |
| Chemical Properties | Highly reactive; pyrophoric (spontaneously ignites in air); reacts violently with water, acids, halogens, and alcohols; unstable at temperatures above 120-125°C |
| Uses | Used as a catalyst in the production of polyolefins and alcohols; as a raw material for other organometallic compounds; in metal organic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD) processes; and as a rocket fuel |
| Safety Information | Highly flammable and corrosive; may cause severe burns to skin and eyes; may be harmful if inhaled or ingested; handle with extreme caution; store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and incompatible materials; use appropriate personal protective equipment; in case of spill or leak, isolate the area and use dry sand, dry earth, or dry lime to absorb the liquid and prevent spreading; avoid using water or other water-based extinguishers as they may cause the material to react violently. |
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