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Aluminium Tri-Sec-Butoxide

Aluminium Tri-Sec-Butoxide | 2269-22-9

Cas No :

2269-22-9

Form :

Powder

Molecular Weight :

246.31 G/Mol

Molecular Formula :

C12H27ALO3

Boiling Point :

210 °C

Melting Point :

60 °C

Flash Point :

115 °C

Solubility :

Soluble In Non-Polar Organic Solvents; Hydrolytically Sensitive; Insoluble In Water

Description :

Overview of Aluminium Tri-Sec-Butoxide

 

Aluminium Tri-Sec-Butoxide is an aluminum alkoxide used as a catalyst, reducing agent, and chemical intermediate in organic synthesis. Known for its use in Meerwein-Ponndorf-Verley reduction, catalytic properties, and applications in pharmaceutical synthesis, this compound is widely used in pharmaceutical manufacturing, specialty chemical production, and research applications.

This compound appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid. Its aluminum alkoxide structure provides useful catalytic and reducing properties.

Related products include Aluminum Isopropoxide, Titanium Alkoxides, and other metal alkoxides used in organic synthesis and catalysis.

 

Applications of Aluminium Tri-Sec-Butoxide

 

Pharmaceutical Synthesis

 

  • Used in Meerwein-Ponndorf-Verley (MPV) reduction
  • Applied in pharmaceutical intermediate production
  • Used in selective ketone reduction
  • Applied in medicinal chemistry research

 

Catalysis & Organic Synthesis

 

  • Used as a Lewis acid catalyst
  • Applied in esterification reactions
  • Used in transesterification

 

Materials Chemistry

 

  • Used in sol-gel processes
  • Applied in producing ceramic materials
  • Used in developing functional materials

 

 

Safety & Handling Guidelines

 

  • HIGHLY REACTIVE—reacts violently with water
  • FLAMMABLE—pyrophoric when exposed to moisture
  • Use only under strictly anhydrous conditions
  • Handle in a well-ventilated fume hood under an inert atmosphere
  • Wear full PPE, including gloves, goggles, and a face shield
  • Store in tightly sealed containers under nitrogen/argon

 

 

Where to Buy Aluminium Tri-Sec-Butoxide?

 

Aluminium Tri-Sec-Butoxide Manufacturer

 

ChemicalBull supplies Aluminium Tri-Sec-Butoxide for pharmaceutical and research applications with comprehensive safety protocols.

 

Aluminium Tri-Sec-Butoxide Supplier & Distributor

 

  • Available in controlled quantities for pharmaceutical and research use
  • High-purity grades
  • Special anhydrous packaging under inert gas
  • COA, MSDS, and comprehensive safety documentation provided

 

 

MSDS

 

Includes comprehensive pyrophoric and reactivity warnings.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

 

  1. What is Aluminium Tri-Sec-Butoxide used for?

    Used in MPV reduction, as a Lewis acid catalyst, and in pharmaceutical synthesis.

  2. What is the molecular formula?

    Molecular formula: Al(OC₄H₉)₃ with molecular weight 246.32 g/mol.

  3. What is MPV reduction?

    Meerwein-Ponndorf-Verley reduction; selective reduction of ketones to alcohols using aluminum alkoxides.