Product Catalog

13-0050

Aluminum › Aluminum chloride, anhydrous (99.99+%-Al) PURATREM

Stability: moisture sensitive

Safety: Hazardous

Physical Characteristics: melting point 190°C, boiling point 180°C subl., density 2.44

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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name:	Aluminum chloride, anhydrous (99.99+%-Al) PURATREM
Product Number:	13-0050
CAS Registry Number:	7446-70-0
Formula:	AlCl3
EINECS Number:	231-208-1
Chemical Family:	metal halide
Synonym:	Aluminum trichloride

SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient	CAS Number	Percent	ACGIH (TWA)	OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound	7446-70-0	100	2mg/m3 (Al sol.)	no data

SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:	Extremely destructive to the upper respiratory tract, eyes and skin. Possible risk of irreversible effects.
Primary Routes of Exposure:	Ingestion, inhalation, skin, eyes
Eye Contact:	Dust and vapors cause burns to the eyes and blindness.
Skin Contact:	Corrosive to skin. Contact can lead to redness, pain, blistering, ulceration, and scar formation.
Inhalation:	Inhalation of choking fumes will result in severe irritation of the respiratory tract, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema.
Ingestion:	May be harmful if swallowed. May cause burns to the gastrointestinal system.
Acute Health Effects:	Corrosive to skin, eyes, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Possible risk of irreversible effects.
Chronic Health Effects:	No information available on long-term chronic effects.
NTP:	No
IARC:	No
OSHA:	No

SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Exposure:	Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Skin Exposure:	Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists.
Inhalation:	Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Ingestion:	Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.

SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:	not applicable
Autoignition Temperature:	not applicable
Explosion Limits:	not applicable
Extinguishing Medium:	None required
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:	Fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products:	If involved in a fire, choking fumes of hydrogen chloride gas are evolved.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards:	No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures:	Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite, sodium carbonate or other suitable non combustible adsorbent and swept up for storage in a non corrosive container

SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:	Handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere of nitrogen or argon.

SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:	Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection:	Wear protective clothing and gloves. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove.
Ventilation:	Material may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Respirator:	If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Additional Protection:	No additional protection required.

SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:	-20 mesh white to yellow pwdr.
Molecular Weight:	133.34
Melting Point:	190°C
Boiling Point:	180°C subl.
Vapor Pressure:	no data
Specific Gravity:	2.44
Odor:	acidic
Solubility in Water:	Very soluble

SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:	moisture sensitive
Hazardous Polymerization:	no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:	contact with moisture and alcohol
Incompatibility:	Water, alcohols, active metals and nitromethane
Decomposition Products:	Aluminum oxides and hydrogen chloride (in presence of moisture)

SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:	Oral (rat); LD50: 3450 mg/kg. Oral (mouse); LD50: 1130 mg/kg. Administration onto the skin (rabbit); LD50: >2 gm/kg. Oral (rat); TDLo: 9380 mg/kg/52D-I. Oral (rat); TDLo: 2307 mg/kg/26W-I. Oral (rat); TDLo: 100 gm/kg/48W-C. Intraperitoneal (rat); TDLo: 99 mg/kg/5D-I. Intraperitoneal (rat); TDLo: 415 mg/kg/21D-I. Intravenous (rat); 15 mg/kg/3D-I. Oral (mouse); TDLo: 8421 mg/kg/40D-C. Oral (rat); TDLo:11512 mg/kg. Oral (rat); TDLo: 5723 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (rat); TDLo: 375 mg/kg.
Carcinogenic Effects:	no data
Mutagenic Effects:	Mutagen
Tetratogenic Effects:	Reproductive effector

SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:	No information available

SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal:	Dispose of according to federal, state, and local regulations.

SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):	Aluminum chloride, anhydrous
Hazard Class (CFR):	8
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):	NA
Packaging Group (CFR):	II
UN ID Number (CFR):	UN# 1726
Shipping Name (IATA):	Aluminum chloride anhydrous
Hazard Class (IATA):	8
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):	NA
Packaging Group (IATA):	II
UN ID Number (IATA):	UN# 1726

SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:	Listed in the TSCA inventory
SARA (Title 313):	Title compound not listed.
Second Ingredient:	none
Third Ingredient:	none

SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer:	The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Strem Chemicals, Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information.
Preparation Date:	8/18/2002
Revision Date:	6/18/2008